History of King Charles the First of England by Jacob Abbott
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"History of King Charles the First of England" by Jacob Abbott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the life and reign of King Charles I, exploring his childhood, accession to the throne, and the major events during his rule, including the tumultuous relationship with Parliament that ultimately led to conflict. It aims to present a narrative suitable for readers who wish to understand the key
historical events of this period. The opening of the text introduces King Charles I, beginning with his childhood and the circumstances of his birth in Scotland. The narrative describes his early life, highlighting his frail condition and the royal titles conferred upon him despite his health challenges. It depicts the setting of royalty in England and the political landscape that surrounded his family, particularly focusing on the influence of his parents and the complex dynamics of royal marriage during that time. The author emphasizes how these early experiences shaped Charles and foreshadowed the challenges he would face as a ruler amid political strife and shifting loyalties. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Abbott, Jacob, 1803-1879 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 03028901 |
| Title | History of King Charles the First of England |
| Credits | David Edwards, Fiona Holmes and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Charles I, King of England, 1600-1649 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Charles I, 1625-1649 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64344 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-64344-1 |
| Release Date | Jan 19, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 596 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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