Charles the First (Classic Reprint)

A. E. McKilliam

ISBN 10: 1331375177 / ISBN 13: 9781331375173

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

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Print on Demand. This book provides an account of the life of Charles I, King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1625 to 1649, and his journey to Spain in 1623. The book sets the scene by giving an overview of Charles's early life and troubled childhood. He was born into the royal family at a time of tension and religious conflict. His parents' unhappy marriage and his father's premature death shaped his early years. The author explores the development of Charles's character, from sickly child to ambitious monarch with a strong sense of duty to God and country, while providing insightful commentary on the complex political and religious landscape of early 17th century Britain. The author meticulously details Charles's journey to Spain in 1623, which was shrouded in secrecy and fraught with danger. The book not only recounts the events of the journey but also provides insightful analysis of the motivations and consequences of this daring adventure. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the life of Charles I and the history of the Stuart dynasty. It sheds light on the personal qualities and political challenges that shaped his reign. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781331375173_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Charles the First (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331375177
• ISBN 13: 9781331375173
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Modern History of UK and Ireland

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This book provides an account of the life of Charles I, King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1625 to 1649, and his journey to Spain in 1623. The book sets the scene by giving an overview of Charles's early life and troubled childhood. He was born into the royal family at a time of tension and religious conflict. His parents' unhappy marriage and his father's premature death shaped his early years. The author explores the development of Charles's character, from sickly child to ambitious monarch with a strong sense of duty to God and country, while providing insightful commentary on the complex political and religious landscape of early 17th century Britain. The author meticulously details Charles's journey to Spain in 1623, which was shrouded in secrecy and fraught with danger. The book not only recounts the events of the journey but also provides insightful analysis of the motivations and consequences of this daring adventure. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the life of Charles I and the history of the Stuart dynasty. It sheds light on the personal qualities and political challenges that shaped his reign.