Outlines Of English History

In Verse (1808)

von Elizabeth Rowse

128 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Outlines of English History: In Verse"" is a book written by Elizabeth Rowse and published in 1808. It is a poetic retelling of the history of England, from the early Anglo-Saxon period to the end of the 18th century. The book is divided into chapters, each covering a different period in English history, and is written in a rhyming verse style. The author provides an overview of the major events, figures, and cultural developments that shaped English history, including the Norman Conquest, the Wars of the Roses, the Tudor dynasty, the English Civil War, and the Glorious Revolution. The book also touches on the social and economic changes that occurred during each period, such as the growth of trade and industry, the rise of the middle class, and the development of the British Empire.The language used in the book is accessible and easy to understand, making it suitable for readers of all ages. The author's use of verse adds a poetic and lyrical quality to the historical narrative, making it an engaging and enjoyable read. Overall, ""Outlines of English History: In Verse"" is a unique and creative approach to retelling the story of England's past.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.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Lyrik, Poesie
• ISBN: 9781437047554
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.10.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC