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Title:
The life and times of George Villiers, duke of Buckingham, Volume 2 (of 3)
From original and authentic sources
Note: Reading ease score: 54.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Life and Times of George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham, Volume 2" by Mrs. Thomson is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume delves into the intricate and often turbulent political landscape of early 17th-century England, focusing on the influential figure of George Villiers, the Duke of Buckingham, during the reign of King James I. The narrative likely explores themes such as royal favor, political alliances, and the complexities surrounding the Spanish marriage treaty involving Prince Charles and the Infanta. The opening of this volume captures a moment of significant concern in England regarding the Spanish marriage treaty as Charles I navigates his potential union with the Infanta. It details the public's anticipation and anxiety about the union, as Buckingham and Charles remain in Spain amidst growing complications. The text reveals the difficulties they face in returning home without a finalized agreement, highlighting Buckingham's attempts to manage both political tensions and personal matters amid pressures from royal expectations and public sentiment. As various interests clash, the opening sets a rich backdrop for the unfolding of the dramatic events tied to Buckingham and the Spanish alliance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Thomson, A. T., Mrs., 1797-1862
EBook No.: 54287
Published: Mar 6, 2017
Downloads: 71
Language: English
Subject: Buckingham, George Villiers, Duke of, 1592-1628
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The life and times of George Villiers, duke of Buckingham, Volume 2 (of 3)
From original and authentic sources
Note: Reading ease score: 54.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by KD Weeks, MWS, Bryan Ness and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Life and Times of George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham, Volume 2" by Mrs. Thomson is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume delves into the intricate and often turbulent political landscape of early 17th-century England, focusing on the influential figure of George Villiers, the Duke of Buckingham, during the reign of King James I. The narrative likely explores themes such as royal favor, political alliances, and the complexities surrounding the Spanish marriage treaty involving Prince Charles and the Infanta. The opening of this volume captures a moment of significant concern in England regarding the Spanish marriage treaty as Charles I navigates his potential union with the Infanta. It details the public's anticipation and anxiety about the union, as Buckingham and Charles remain in Spain amidst growing complications. The text reveals the difficulties they face in returning home without a finalized agreement, highlighting Buckingham's attempts to manage both political tensions and personal matters amid pressures from royal expectations and public sentiment. As various interests clash, the opening sets a rich backdrop for the unfolding of the dramatic events tied to Buckingham and the Spanish alliance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Thomson, A. T., Mrs., 1797-1862
EBook No.: 54287
Published: Mar 6, 2017
Downloads: 71
Language: English
Subject: Buckingham, George Villiers, Duke of, 1592-1628
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.