The Boke of Noblesse by John Gough Nichols
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"The Boke of Noblesse" by John Gough Nichols is a historical treatise written in the late 19th century. The work, presented to King Edward IV, addresses the political motivations underpinning his planned invasion of France in 1475. The book aims to inspire a sense of martial nobility and evoke national pride by recalling England's glorious past and its chivalric heritage, particularly in military conquests. At the start of the treatise, the author
acknowledges the transient glory of England’s noble lineage and the urgent need to reclaim lost territories in France. The opening sets the stage for discussions on the nature of true nobility, valor in warfare, and the necessity for English warriors to channel their inner courage akin to historical figures such as King Arthur and Richard the Lionheart. The narrative emphasizes Edward IV’s need for military support amidst ambitions fueled by the duke of Burgundy, thus advocating a spirited approach to regain England's former prestige in European affairs through conquest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Nichols, John Gough, 1806-1873 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Boke of Noblesse Addressed to King Edward the Fourth on His Invasion of France in 1475 |
| Alternate Title |
The Book of Noblesse Addressed to King Edward the Fourth on His Invasion of France in 1475 |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CR: History: Heraldry |
| Subject | Chivalry -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Hundred Years' War, 1339-1453 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Edward IV, 1461-1483 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33953 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 699 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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