Abbott, Jacob
Charles I
- ISBN 13:
- 9781500860226
- author:
- Abbott, Jacob
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 138
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Charles I by Jacob Abbott is a historical biography of King Charles the First, born in Scotland. This account explores the life and reign of a monarch who ruled England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1625 until his execution in 1649. Born into the House of Stuart as the second son of King James VI of Scotland, Charles I moved to England after his father's accession in 1603. He became heir apparent after the death of his elder brother, Henry Frederick, Prince of Wales, in 1612. Charles's reign was marked by conflict with Parliament over royal prerogative and taxation, as well as controversy surrounding his religious policies and marriage to a Roman Catholic. The biography provides insight into the complexities of Charles I's life and reign, shedding light on the events that led to his downfall and execution.
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