History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Prescott, William Hickling, 1796-1859

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

History of the Reign of Philip II, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2" by William H. Prescott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work chronicles the reign of Philip II, focusing on his role amidst the socio-political dynamics of 16th-century Europe, especially during the religious strife prompted by the Reformation and the tensions between various European powers. Prescott's narrative is grounded in comprehensive research and a wealth of primary sources, reflecting a meticulous approach to presenting this pivotal era in history. The beginning of the text sets the stage for Philip II's reign, detailing the prior abdication of his father, Charles V, and the political landscape of Spain at the time. It introduces themes of governance, personal character, and the importance of the monarchy's relationship with the Catholic Church. Prescott emphasizes the significance of Philip's accession, highlighting the tumultuous context in Europe, particularly the challenges posed by the Reformation and foreign conflicts. The narrative begins with Charles V's abdication, leading into a detailed exploration of Philip's early life, upbringing, and eventual rise to power, providing the reader with a deep understanding of the complexities of sovereignty during a transformative period in European history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Paul Murray, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2010-05-30