Histories Of William The Conqueror And Queen Elizabeth (1877) - Jacob Abbott - Bog

Histories of William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth is a book written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1877. The book is a historical account of the lives of two of England's most famous monarchs, William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth I. The first part of the book focuses on William the Conqueror, who ruled England from 1066 to 1087. Abbott provides a detailed biography of William, including his childhood, his rise to power, and his conquest of England. The book also covers William's reign as king, including his battles with rebellious nobles and his efforts to establish a strong central government in England.The second part of the book is dedicated to Queen Elizabeth I, who ruled England from 1558 to 1603. Abbott provides a comprehensive account of Elizabeth's life, including her childhood, her accession to the throne, and her many accomplishments as queen. The book also covers Elizabeth's relationships with her advisors, including Sir Francis Walsingham and Robert Dudley, as well as her famous speech to the troops at Tilbury in 1588.Overall, Histories of William the Conqueror and Queen Elizabeth is a fascinating look at two of England's most important monarchs. Abbott's writing is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both casual readers and serious history buffs.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.