History Of King Richard The Second, Of England (1876) - Jacob Abbott - Bog

""History of King Richard the Second of England"" is a book written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1876. The book is a historical account of the life and reign of Richard II, who ruled England from 1377 to 1399. Abbott's book provides an in-depth look at the political and social climate of England during Richard's reign, as well as the events that led to his downfall.The book covers Richard's childhood and early years as king, including his coronation at the age of ten. Abbott also explores the various challenges Richard faced during his reign, including the Peasants' Revolt of 1381 and conflicts with the French. The book also delves into Richard's relationships with his advisors and family members, including his uncle John of Gaunt and his cousin Henry Bolingbroke.Abbott's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for both casual readers and students of history. The book includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the events and people discussed in the text. Overall, ""History of King Richard the Second of England"" is a comprehensive and informative account of one of England's most intriguing monarchs.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.