Agnes Strickland's Queens of England, Vol. 1. (of 3) : Abridged and Fully Illustrated

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Strickland, Agnes, 1796-1874

Contributor:

Kaufman, Rosalie

Strickland, Elisabeth, 1794-1875

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Agnes Strickland's Queens of England, Vol. 1" by Strickland and Strickland is a historical account written in the late 19th century. It presents biographical narratives of the queens who shaped English history, starting with Matilda of Flanders, the wife of William the Conqueror. The book offers insights into their lives, emphasizing their roles, marriages, and influences on the monarchy and society. The opening of the work introduces Matilda of Flanders, depicting her as a woman of exceptional beauty and intelligence, known for her skill in needlework and her famed creation of the Bayeux Tapestry. The narrative details her courtship with William, her eventual marriage, and their joint struggles against enemies while appealing to the Pope for marriage validation. It also touches on her governance in William's absence and the achievements they accomplished together, as well as the challenges posed by treachery and invaders. The portrayal of Matilda highlights her evolution from initial indifference to devotion to her husband and her critical role in the establishment of Norman rule in England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive

Notes:

Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2014-10-15