The Life of King Henry V of England
The Life of King Henry V of England

Author: Alfred John Church

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-12-10

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13:

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Alfred John Church's 'The Life of King Henry V of England' provides readers with a vivid account of the life and reign of one of England's most renowned monarchs. Written in a straightforward and engaging style, Church's book captures the essence of the literary tradition of historical biographies. Drawing on a wealth of historical sources, Church meticulously reconstructs the events and political intrigues of Henry V's era, offering readers a nuanced understanding of the challenges and triumphs of this influential ruler. By blending historical accuracy with narrative flair, Church invites readers to immerse themselves in the world of medieval England. Alfred John Church, a respected historian and classicist, brings his expertise to bear in this informative and engaging work. With a deep knowledge of English history, Church sheds new light on the life and legacy of Henry V, offering fresh insights into his character and achievements. Church's comprehensive research and insightful analysis make 'The Life of King Henry V of England' a valuable addition to the study of medieval history. For readers interested in English history and the lives of notable monarchs, Alfred John Church's 'The Life of King Henry V of England' is a must-read. Combining scholarly rigor with compelling storytelling, this book offers a rich and illuminating portrait of a pivotal figure in English history.

Henry V
Henry V

Author: Teresa Cole

Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited

Published: 2015-03-15

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13: 1445636956

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The life of the warrior king and the Battle of Agincourt 1415

Henry IV: The Righteous King
Henry IV: The Righteous King

Author: Ian Mortimer

Publisher: Rosetta Books

Published: 2014-02-22

Total Pages: 862

ISBN-13: 0795335431

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The real life story of the Plantagenet ruler, by “the most remarkable medieval historian of our time” (The Times, London). The talented, confident, and intelligent son of John of Gaunt, Henry IV started his reign as a popular and charismatic king after he dethroned the tyrannical and wildly unpopular Richard II. But six years into his reign, Henry had survived eight assassination and overthrow attempts. Having broken God’s law of primogeniture by overthrowing the man many people saw as the chosen king, Henry IV left himself vulnerable to challenges from powerful enemies about the validity of his reign. Even so, Henry managed to establish the new Lancastrian dynasty and a new rule of law—in highly turbulent times. In this book, noted historian Ian Mortimer, bestselling author of The Time Traveler’s Guide to Medieval England and The Time Traveler’s Guide to Elizabethan England, goes beyond the legend portrayed in Shakespeare’s history play, and explores the political and social forces that transformed Henry IV from his nation’s savior to its scourge.

Henry V: The Warrior King of 1415
Henry V: The Warrior King of 1415

Author: Ian Mortimer

Publisher: Rosetta Books

Published: 2014-02-22

Total Pages: 562

ISBN-13: 0795335490

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From an award-winning historian: “A new and convincing likeness of medieval England’s most iconic king” (The Sunday Times). This biography by the bestselling author of The Time Traveler’s Guide to Medieval England takes an insightful look at the life of Henry V, casting new light on a period in history often held up as legend. A great English hero, Henry V was lionized by Shakespeare and revered by his countrymen for his religious commitment, his sense of justice, and his military victories. Here, noted historian and biographer Ian Mortimer takes a look at the man behind the legend and offers a clear, historically accurate, and realistic representation of a ruler who was all too human—and digs up fascinating details about Henry V’s reign that have been lost to history, including the brutal strategies he adopted at the Battle of Agincourt. “The most illuminating exploration of the reality of 15th-century life that I have ever read.” —The Independent “Compelling, exuberant . . . vivid.” —Simon Sebag Montefiore, New York Times–bestselling author of The Romanovs: 1613–1918

The Life of King Henry the Fifth
The Life of King Henry the Fifth

Author: William Shakespeare

Publisher:

Published: 2019-05-24

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 9789389230130

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Henry V is a history play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written near 1599. It tells the story of King Henry V of England, focusing on events immediately before and after the Battle of Agincourt (1415) during the Hundred Years' War. In the First Quarto text, it was titled The Cronicle History of Henry the fift, which became The Life of Henry the Fifth in the First Folio text. The play is the final part of a tetralogy, preceded by Richard II, Henry IV, Part 1, and Henry IV, Part 2. The original audiences would thus have already been familiar with the title character, who was depicted in the Henry IV plays as a wild, undisciplined young man. In Henry V, the young prince has matured. He embarks on an expedition to France and, his army badly outnumbered, defeats the French at Agincourt.