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Richard II was King of England from 1377 until he was deposed in 1399. Born in 1367, Richard was the son of Edward the Black Prince and grandson of King Edward III. He ascended the throne at the young age of 10 after his grandfather's death. Richard's early reign was largely controlled by his uncles. He assumed full power in 1389 at age 22. Considered intelligent and cultured, Richard promoted architecture, the arts and education. He was also ...

Saddle up for an action-packed adventure into the ancient world of legendary warrior kings. Jacob Abbott's "The History of Pyrrhus" brings to life the epic story of Pyrrhus of Epirus-the fearless tactician whose battlefield exploits rocked the Mediterranean and earned him a place in the history books. Follow along as Pyrrhus claws his way to power, facing enemies at every turn. Witness the cunning tactics and courage that empower this master w...

Discover the gripping true story of King Charles I of England in this engaging historical biography for young readers. With vivid storytelling that brings the past to life, "History of King Charles the First of England" whisks you back to the tumultuous Stuart era, when the fate of a kingdom rested on the shoulders of one extraordinary monarch. Step inside the palace intrigues and royal drama as Charles navigates the tricky game of thrones. Wi...

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The Teacher Moral Influences Employed in the Instruction and Government of the Young, a classical and rare book that has been considered essential throughout human history, so that this work is never forgotten, we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned ...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This ...

Margaret of Anjou was a formidable 15th century queen who played a pivotal role in the War of the Roses, the decades-long power struggle between the houses of Lancaster and York for the English crown. Born in Lorraine in 1430, Margaret married King Henry VI of England at the age of 15. The match was politically arranged by the English, who hoped Margaret would provide strong leadership that the mentally fragile Henry VI lacked. As queen, Marga...

Step into the pages of history and uncover the incredible true story of Peter the Great, Russia's legendary modernizing Czar. In his engaging book "Peter the Great", Jacob Abbott chronicles the ruler's fascinating rise to power as a young boy and his tireless mission to transform Russia through ambitious reforms. Follow along on Peter's unconventional journey to shape his country's future. Witness the challenges Peter faces as he drags a reluc...

After tragedy and turmoil engulfed his father's reign, Charles II ascended the throne during a time of great upheaval in England. Follow the fascinating story of the merry monarch in History of Charles the Second of England, a gripping narrative biography for young readers by acclaimed historian Jacob Abbott. From a daring exile and improbable return to power to palace intrigue and the great plague of London, immerse yourself in Charles II's c...

Be transported back to ancient Rome and the turbulent rule of Emperor Nero in this gripping biography by Jacob Abbott. Though now infamous for corruption and excess, Nero's life was complex-and shaped by fortune as much as vice. Follow Nero's path from powerless youth to the peak of unlimited authority as Rome's supreme leader. Abbott charts Nero's unlikely rise, culminating with the emperor's broken promises to the Roman people. Though best k...

Rollo Learning to Read, a classical and rare book that has been considered essential throughout human history, so that this work is never forgotten, we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and ...

Reprint of the original, first published in 1857.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1857.

Step into the riveting world of medieval England through the pages of "The Story of Richard III" by Jacob Abbott. This enthralling juvenile biography offers an illuminating journey into the life and legacy of one of history's most intriguing figures-Richard III, a monarch whose story is woven with controversy, ambition, and enduring mystery. From the gripping opening chapters detailing Richard's ascent to the throne amidst the tumultuous War o...

In 1066, William, Duke of Normandy launched an audacious invasion of England that would forever change the island nation's history. Claiming a distant blood tie to the English throne, William met King Harold Godwinson in a fateful battle at Hastings that ensured the Norman's conquest. In William the Conqueror, prolific 19th century author Jacob Abbott brings to life the medieval king who left an enduring mark on English culture. With vivid det...

Reprint of the original, first published in 1873. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1873. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

Preface There are very few persons who have not heard of the fame of Peter the Great, the founder, as he is generally regarded by mankind, of Russian civilization. The celebrity, however, of the great Muscovite sovereign among young persons is due in a great measure to the circumstance of his having repaired personally to Holland, in the course of his efforts to introduce the industrial arts among his people, in order to study himself the art ...