Stories from English History from Julius Caesar to the Black Prince (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417904068)

""Stories from English History from Julius Caesar to the Black Prince"" is a book written by A. J. Church, which provides a comprehensive account of the major events and personalities that shaped English history from ancient times to the 14th century. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Roman invasion, the Anglo-Saxon period, the Norman Conquest, the Crusades, and the Hundred Years' War. The author presents these historical events in the form of stories, making the book an engaging and accessible read for both adults and children. The book is also accompanied by illustrations that help to bring the stories to life. Overall, ""Stories from English History from Julius Caesar to the Black Prince"" is a must-read for anyone interested in English history and its rich cultural heritage.1895. With many illustrations. Contents: Part I. Under the Romans: Caius Valerius and his Grandfather; The First Coming of Julius Caesar; The Second Coming Julius Caesar; King Caractacus; Boadicea; Part II. In Saxon Times: The Story of Vortigern; The Story of King Arthur; How England Became Christian; King Alfred; How King Athelstan Fought at Brunanburgh; The Story of King Canute; Harold the Earl; Harold the King; William, Duke of Normandy; Part III. Under the Norman Kings and Their Successors: William, King of England; The Red King; Thomas Becket, The Chancellor; Thomas Becket, The Archbishop; King Richard's Crusade; King Richard's Crusade: The King of France Goes Back; Magna Charta; The Story of Prince Edward; The Battle of Bannockburn; How King Edward III. Won the Battle of Sluys; The Battle of Crecy; How Calais was Taken; and The Great Battle of Poitiers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: A. J. Church
ISBN-10: 1417904062
ISBN-13: 9781417904068
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/05/2004
Pages: 252
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.57d