The Chronicle Of Calais: In The Reigns Of Henry VII And Henry VIII To The Year 1540 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432542016)

The Chronicle of Calais: In the Reigns of Henry VII and Henry VIII to the Year 1540 is a historical book written by John Gough Nichols. The book chronicles the history of Calais, a town in France, during the reigns of Henry VII and Henry VIII, two of the most famous kings of England. The book covers the period from the late 15th century to the early 16th century, with a focus on the years leading up to the year 1540.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in the history of Calais. The first chapter provides an overview of the town's history and its importance as a strategic port for England. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into the political and social events that took place in Calais during the reigns of Henry VII and Henry VIII.The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official documents, letters, and diaries, to provide a detailed and accurate account of the town's history. The book also includes several maps and illustrations that help to bring the history of Calais to life.Overall, The Chronicle of Calais is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of England and France during the late medieval and early modern periods. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and social events that shaped the town of Calais during a crucial period in its history.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: John Gough Nichols
ISBN-10: 143254201X
ISBN-13: 9781432542016
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/10/2007
Pages: 272
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.89lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.61d