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Title: Eikon Basilike
The Pourtracture of His Sacred Majestie, in His Solitudes and Sufferings

Alternate Title: Eikon Basilike
The portraiture of his sacred majesty in his solitudes and sufferings

Note: Reading ease score: 43.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Note: Attributed to Charles I, also to John Gauden.

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Summary: "Eikon Basilike" by King Charles I and John Gauden is a historical account written in the mid-17th century. This work serves as a poignant reflection on the King's thoughts, solitudes, and sufferings during a tumultuous time in English history, specifically surrounding the English Civil War. The text provides insights into Charles I's state of mind as he faced both political and personal challenges, offering readers a glimpse into the moral and ethical dilemmas he grappled with, as well as his unwavering commitment to his faith and kingly duties. At the start of "Eikon Basilike," the King expresses his rationale for convening Parliament, emphasizing his desire for justice and the well-being of his people, despite the ensuing chaos and turmoil. He reflects on the challenges posed by public unrest and the rise of factions against him, revealing his struggle between the demands of his subjects and his own convictions. The opening portion is imbued with a sense of solemnity as it captures the King's internal battles, his regrets regarding past decisions such as the execution of the Earl of Strafford, and his thoughts on the civil unrest that surrounds him. The language is deeply poetic, highlighting his earnest prayers and meditations in the face of adversity, setting a reflective tone for the themes that unfold throughout the rest of the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Charles I, King of England, 1600-1649

Author: Gauden, John, 1605-1662

EBook No.: 32188

Published: Apr 30, 2010

Downloads: 167

Language: English

Subject: Charles I, King of England, 1600-1649 -- Early works to 1800

Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Civil War, 1642-1649

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Eikon Basilike
The Pourtracture of His Sacred Majestie, in His Solitudes and Sufferings

Alternate Title: Eikon Basilike
The portraiture of his sacred majesty in his solitudes and sufferings

Note: Reading ease score: 43.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Note: Attributed to Charles I, also to John Gauden.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Lesley Halamek and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "Eikon Basilike" by King Charles I and John Gauden is a historical account written in the mid-17th century. This work serves as a poignant reflection on the King's thoughts, solitudes, and sufferings during a tumultuous time in English history, specifically surrounding the English Civil War. The text provides insights into Charles I's state of mind as he faced both political and personal challenges, offering readers a glimpse into the moral and ethical dilemmas he grappled with, as well as his unwavering commitment to his faith and kingly duties. At the start of "Eikon Basilike," the King expresses his rationale for convening Parliament, emphasizing his desire for justice and the well-being of his people, despite the ensuing chaos and turmoil. He reflects on the challenges posed by public unrest and the rise of factions against him, revealing his struggle between the demands of his subjects and his own convictions. The opening portion is imbued with a sense of solemnity as it captures the King's internal battles, his regrets regarding past decisions such as the execution of the Earl of Strafford, and his thoughts on the civil unrest that surrounds him. The language is deeply poetic, highlighting his earnest prayers and meditations in the face of adversity, setting a reflective tone for the themes that unfold throughout the rest of the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Charles I, King of England, 1600-1649

Author: Gauden, John, 1605-1662

EBook No.: 32188

Published: Apr 30, 2010

Downloads: 167

Language: English

Subject: Charles I, King of England, 1600-1649 -- Early works to 1800

Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Civil War, 1642-1649

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.