The Conquerors: The Pageant of England

The Conquerors: The Pageant of England
Author: Thomas B. Costain
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 479
Release: 2022-08-16
Genre: History
ISBN:

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Conquerors: The Pageant of England" by Thomas B. Costain. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

The Magnificent Century

The Magnificent Century
Author: Thomas B. Costain
Publisher: Doubleday
Total Pages: 493
Release: 2012-03-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307809560

The Magnificent Century, the second volume of Costain's A History of the Plantagenets, covers Henry III's long and turbulent reign, from 1216 to 1272. During his lifetime Henry was frequently unpopular, unreliable and inconsistent. Yet his reign saw spectacular advancement in the arts, sciences and theology, as well as in government. Despite all, it was truly a magnificent century. "Combines a love of the subject with factual history. . .a great story." —San Francisco Chronicle A History of the Plantagenets includes The Conquering Family, The Magnificent Century, The Three Edwards and The Last Plantagenets.

The Conquering Family

The Conquering Family
Author: Thomas B. Costain
Publisher: Doubleday
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2012-03-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307809544

Thomas B. Costain's four-volume history of the Plantagenets begins with THE CONQUERING FAMILY and the conquest of England by William the Conqueror in 1066, closing with the reign of John in 1216. The troubled period after the Norman Conquest, when the foundations of government were hammered out between monarch and people, comes to life through Costain's storytelling skill and historical imagination.

The Conquerors

The Conquerors
Author: Michael R. Beschloss
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 420
Release: 2003-10-07
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780743244541

As Allied soldiers fought the Nazis, Franklin Roosevelt and, later, Harry Truman fought in private with Churchill and Stalin over how to ensure that Germany could never threaten the world again.

The Three Edwards: The Pageant of England

The Three Edwards: The Pageant of England
Author: Thomas B. Costain
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 546
Release: 2021-08-31
Genre: History
ISBN:

Experience a riveting journey through the tumultuous reigns of three Edwards who shaped the destiny of England in 'The Three Edwards' by Thomas B. Costain in this history book. Delve into a narrative spanning the years from 1272 to 1377, a period of transformation and turmoil. Witness the rise of Edward I, a visionary king who propelled England into a new era. Uncover the tragic reign of Edward II, overshadowed by personal struggles and political unrest. Finally, bask in the glory and violence of Edward III's rule, as he leads England through triumph and war. Immerse yourself in the politics, wars, and captivating dramas of this pivotal era in British history.

The Chord of Steel

The Chord of Steel
Author: Thomas B. Costain
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2018-03-12
Genre: History
ISBN: 1789120608

THE FABULOUS STORY OF THE INVENTION OF THE TELEPHONE! With the narrative force and skill that have made him one of the world’s favorite storytellers, Thomas B. Costain has written a detailed and personalized account of how Alexander Graham Bell made his great invention. Mr. Costain describes how the idea came to Bell—the difficulties he had in obtaining a patent, the first dramatic and conclusive test with wires set up between Brantford and nearby towns in Ontario, and the immediate results of that momentous experiment. Costain was raised in the city where this occurred and knew the great inventor. He has brought much new information to this fascinating account of the invention that has changed all our lives.

The Pageant of England (Complete Plantagenets Series)

The Pageant of England (Complete Plantagenets Series)
Author: Thomas B. Costain
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 1707
Release: 2023-11-26
Genre: History
ISBN:

The Pageant of England is a four volume collection by Thomas B. Costain which covers the late medieval history of England. The series starts with the conquest of England by William the Conqueror in 1066 and closes with the death of Richard III at Bosworth. George R. R. Martin has cited this collection as an influence on his book Fire and Blood, part of Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series. The Conquering Family The Magnificent Century The Three Edwards The Last Plantagenets

The Magnificient Century: The Pageant of England

The Magnificient Century: The Pageant of England
Author: Thomas B. Costain
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 423
Release: 2022-08-16
Genre: History
ISBN:

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Magnificient Century: The Pageant of England" by Thomas B. Costain. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.