Tentamen - Vicesimus Blinkinsop - Bog

Tentamen: Or An Essay Towards The History Of Whittington, Some Time Lord Mayor Of London (1820) is a historical book written by Vicesimus Blinkinsop. The book is about the life and times of Richard Whittington, who was a prominent figure in London during the 14th century. Whittington was a merchant, politician, and philanthropist who served as the Lord Mayor of London four times. The book provides a comprehensive account of Whittington's life, from his humble beginnings as a poor boy in the countryside to his rise to power and wealth in London. It also explores the social and political context of the time, including the Black Death, the Peasants' Revolt, and the reigns of various monarchs. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of London or the medieval period in general.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.