Charles I by Jacob Abbott
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About this eBook
| Author | Abbott, Jacob, 1803-1879 |
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| Title |
Charles I
Makers of History |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Charles I" by Jacob Abbott is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This narrative focuses on the life and reign of Charles I of England, detailing key events from his childhood and youth to his eventual accession to the throne and struggles with Parliament. The book aims to present a thorough yet accessible examination of Charles's life for a readership that seeks to understand historical figures in relation to their times. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to Charles I's early life, beginning with his birth in Scotland and the unique circumstances surrounding his lineage as the son of King James I. Abbott explores themes such as royal marriages, the challenges of Charles’s early health, and the familial dynamics that shaped his childhood. Notably, the elevation of Charles from a frail infant to the heir apparent following the death of his brother sets the stage for his future role. The author establishes a foundation for understanding Charles's character by illustrating the contrasts between the public perception of royalty and the private realities of royal life during his upbringing. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| 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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26734 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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