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Title: History of the English People, Volume II
The Charter, 1216-1307; The Parliament, 1307-1400

Note: Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Paul Murray and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https: //www.pgdp.net/)

Summary: "History of the English People, Volume II" by John Richard Green is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on significant events and societal changes in England from 1216 to 1461, covering the reign of various monarchs including Henry III and Edward I, and detailing events such as the Barons' War and the establishment of Parliament. The narrative highlights the political dynamics, struggles for power, and the evolution of English governance during these pivotal years. The opening of this volume sets the stage by discussing the aftermath of King John's death and the ascension of his young son, Henry III. An emphasis is placed on the establishment of the Charter, which became a crucial document in the struggle for English liberty and governance. The text details key figures such as William Marshal, who played a significant role as the regent during Henry's minority, and Hubert de Burgh, the Justiciar, who faced the challenges of maintaining order while navigating the interference of foreign influences and the Papacy. Additionally, it touches upon the shifting sentiments toward the monarchy and the burgeoning national consciousness that would shape English history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Green, John Richard, 1837-1883

EBook No.: 17038

Published: Nov 10, 2005

Downloads: 70

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- History

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: History of the English People, Volume II
The Charter, 1216-1307; The Parliament, 1307-1400

Note: Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Paul Murray and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https: //www.pgdp.net/)

Summary: "History of the English People, Volume II" by John Richard Green is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on significant events and societal changes in England from 1216 to 1461, covering the reign of various monarchs including Henry III and Edward I, and detailing events such as the Barons' War and the establishment of Parliament. The narrative highlights the political dynamics, struggles for power, and the evolution of English governance during these pivotal years. The opening of this volume sets the stage by discussing the aftermath of King John's death and the ascension of his young son, Henry III. An emphasis is placed on the establishment of the Charter, which became a crucial document in the struggle for English liberty and governance. The text details key figures such as William Marshal, who played a significant role as the regent during Henry's minority, and Hubert de Burgh, the Justiciar, who faced the challenges of maintaining order while navigating the interference of foreign influences and the Papacy. Additionally, it touches upon the shifting sentiments toward the monarchy and the burgeoning national consciousness that would shape English history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Green, John Richard, 1837-1883

EBook No.: 17038

Published: Nov 10, 2005

Downloads: 70

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- History

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.