Plantagenets: A Captivating Guide to the Plantagenet Dynasty and the Life of Edward I
English | September 18, 2024 | ASIN: B0DHHLHSFW | 209 pages | EPUB | 4.02 Mb
Travel Back in Time to Meet Some of England’s Boldest Kings and Queens!
Two manuscripts in one book
The Plantagenets: A Captivating Guide to the Rise and Fall of the House of Plantagenet
Edward I: A Captivating Guide to the Life and Death of the Hammer of the Scots and His Impact on the History of England
The Plantagenets ruled England with strength and cunning, and their story is filled with drama, battles, and family fights. If you love stories of kings, queens, and the fight for power, keep reading!
In the first part of this book, you will discover
How It All Began: Learn how the Plantagenets started as a small family and became rulers of England. What challenges did they face to gain power?
The Lives of Kings and Queens: Meet rulers like King John, who was such a weak ruler that his people forced him to agree to the Magna Carta, and Richard the Lionheart, who fought bravely but met a tragic end. Also, discover the queens who had just as much power as the kings.
Legendary Battles: Explore the famous Wars of the Roses, where family members fought against each other for the throne. See how these battles were about more than just winning—they were about survival.
Secrets and Scandals: The Plantagenets didn’t just fight on the battlefield; they also had to deal with backstabbing and secret plots in their own courts. Find out how these hidden betrayals changed the course of history.
Lasting Impact: The Plantagenets helped create important laws and systems that we still use today. They weren’t just fighters; they were builders of the future.
The Fall of a Dynasty: What caused the end of this powerful family’s rule? See how the Plantagenets went from ruling England to losing it all.
King Edward I was the first of three Edwards who reigned in perfect succession. He was one of the most important kings in English history, but he was also one of the most controversial. This was the king who subdued Wales and fought Scotland to a standstill for much of his reign. He battled leading Scottish figures that are recognizable to even novice history students. Both William Wallace and Robert the Bruce butted heads with this English ruler.
In the second part of this book, you will learn about
Edward’s early days as prince and the impact of his childhood
The Welsh revolts and Edward’s eventual conquest of Wales
Edward’s Holy Land Crusade
Scotland’s crisis of succession and Edward’s long war with the Scots
The rise of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce
Edward’s final days as king
And much more!
This book takes you on a journey through thrilling battles, royal secrets, and the rise and fall of powerful rulers.