James II And His Wives - Allan Fea - Bog

James II And His Wives is a historical book written by Allan Fea that delves into the life of King James II of England and his relationships with his two wives, Anne Hyde and Mary of Modena. The book provides a detailed account of James' reign and his personal life, including his struggles with infertility and the political and religious tensions that surrounded his marriages. Fea also explores the lives of Anne and Mary, shedding light on their backgrounds, personalities, and roles in the royal court. Through extensive research and analysis of primary sources, Fea presents a compelling narrative that offers insight into the complex dynamics of the Stuart monarchy and the challenges faced by its members. Overall, James II And His Wives is a fascinating and informative read that will appeal to anyone interested in English history, monarchy, and the role of women in the royal court.Content: The Young Admiral Of The Fleet, A Game Of Hide And Seek, The Duke Wins Laurels And Loses His Heart, James Marries The Chancellor's Daughter, James And His First Wife, The Duchess Dies, James Marries Again, The Papist Scare, Political And Domestic Troubles, Other Anxieties, Monmouth Versus York, Exit King Charles, The End Of Monmouth, The Countess Of Dorchester, James Defies The Law, James At Last Blessed With An Heir, The Rats Leave The Sinking Ship, King Leap's Daughters, The Queen Quits Whitehall With Her Baby, James Has Unpleasant Experiences In Kent, King James's Court At Faversham, From Rochester To Ambleteuse, Bloody Claviers, Ireland In 1689, The Campaign Of 1690, The Intended Invasion Of 1693, The Adventures Of A Jacobite In 1693, Le Roi Est Mort: Vive Le Roi, Requiescant In Pace, The Descendants Of King James, Index.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.