A History of England, Volume 1

A History of England, Volume 1
Author: Clayton Roberts
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 674
Release: 2016-07-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 1315509997

This two-volume narrative of English history draws on the most up-to-date primary and secondary research, encouraging students to interpret the full range of England's social, economic, cultural, and political past. A History of England, Volume 1 (Prehistory to 1714), focuses on the most important developments in the history of England through the early 18th century. Topics include the Viking and Norman conquests of the 11th century, the creation of the monarchy, the Reformation, and the Glorious Revolution of 1688.

Foundation

Foundation
Author: Peter Ackroyd
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 496
Release: 2012-10-16
Genre: History
ISBN: 1250013674

The first book in Peter Ackroyd's history of England series, which has since been followed up with two more installments, Tudors and Rebellion. In Foundation, the chronicler of London and of its river, the Thames, takes us from the primeval forests of England's prehistory to the death, in 1509, of the first Tudor king, Henry VII. He guides us from the building of Stonehenge to the founding of the two great glories of medieval England: common law and the cathedrals. He shows us glimpses of the country's most distant past--a Neolithic stirrup found in a grave, a Roman fort, a Saxon tomb, a medieval manor house--and describes in rich prose the successive waves of invaders who made England English, despite being themselves Roman, Viking, Saxon, or Norman French. With his extraordinary skill for evoking time and place and his acute eye for the telling detail, Ackroyd recounts the story of warring kings, of civil strife, and foreign wars. But he also gives us a vivid sense of how England's early people lived: the homes they built, the clothes the wore, the food they ate, even the jokes they told. All are brought vividly to life in this history of England through the narrative mastery of one of Britain's finest writers.

A Literary History of England Vol. 4

A Literary History of England Vol. 4
Author: A Baugh
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 857
Release: 2004-06-02
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1136892990

First published in 1959. The scope of this four volume work makes it valuable as a work of reference, connecting one period with another an placing each author clearly in the setting of his time. This is the fourth volume and includes the Nineteeth Century and after (1789-1939).

The History of England: All Six Volumes

The History of England: All Six Volumes
Author: David Hume
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 2516
Release: 2019-06-03
Genre: History
ISBN:

This eBook edition of "The History of England" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The History of England is David Hume's great work on the history of England, which he wrote in while he was librarian to the Faculty of Advocates in Edinburgh. It was published in six volumes. The History spanned "from the invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688" and went through over 100 editions. Contents: The Britons. The Romans. The Britons. The Saxons. The Heptarchy The Kingdom of Kent The Kingdom of Northumberland The Kingdom of East Anglia The Kingdom of Mercia The Kingdom of Essex. The Kingdom of Sussex. The Kingdom of Wessex. Egbert. Ethelwolf. Ethelbald and Ethelbert. Ethered Alfred. Edward the Elder. Athelstan. Edmund. Edred Edwy Edgar Edward the Martyr Ethelred Edmond Ironside Canute Harold Harefoot Hardicanute Edward the Confessor Harold William the Conqueror. Henry III. Edward I. Edward II. Edward III. Richard II. Henry IV Henry V. Henry VI. Edward IV. Edward V. And Richard III. Richard III. William Rufus. Henry I. Stephen. Henry II. Richard I. John. The Feudal and Anglo-Norman Government and Manners Henry Vii. Henry Viii. Edward Vi. Mary. Elizabeth. James I. Charles I. The Commonwealth Charles II. James II.

A History of Britain

A History of Britain
Author: Simon Schama
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 386
Release: 2003
Genre: Great Britain
ISBN: 0563487143

The first volume in this history of Britain tells the story of Britain from the time of the earliest settlements discovered in the Orkneys to the death of Queen Elizabeth the First.

The History of England: Foundation

The History of England: Foundation
Author: Peter Ackroyd
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 540
Release: 2012
Genre: History
ISBN:

The first in an extraordinary six-volume history, "Foundation" takes the reader from the primeval forests of England's prehistory to the death, in 1509, of the first Tudor king, Henry VII.

The History of England (Vol. 1-6)

The History of England (Vol. 1-6)
Author: David Hume
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 2504
Release: 2023-12-03
Genre: History
ISBN:

David Hume's monumental work, 'The History of England (Vol. 1-6)', is a scholarly and detailed account of English history from the Roman invasion to the Glorious Revolution. Known for his clear and concise writing style, Hume carefully dissects the political, social, and religious events that shaped England's past, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the country's evolution. Hume's work is not only a historical narrative but also a reflection of the Enlightenment period, where reason and critical thinking were paramount. This multi-volume work serves as a valuable resource for historians and students alike, offering a thorough examination of England's complex history. With meticulous attention to detail and thorough research, Hume's 'The History of England' stands as a foundational text in the study of British history. David Hume, a renowned Scottish philosopher and historian, drew on his deep knowledge of Enlightenment philosophy and historical research to create this definitive work on English history. His critical analysis and objective approach to historical events set him apart as a leading figure in the field of historiography. Hume's dedication to accuracy and impartiality in his writing make 'The History of England' a trusted source for those seeking a nuanced understanding of the past. I highly recommend this comprehensive and insightful work to anyone interested in delving deep into the fascinating history of England.