| Author |
Stone, J. M. (Jean Mary), 1853-1908 |
| Title |
Studies from Court and Cloister: being essays, historical and literary dealing mainly with subjects relating to the XVIth and XVIIth centuries
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Etext prepared by Dianne Bean, Prescott Valley, Arizona.
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| Summary |
"Studies from Court and Cloister: being essays, historical and literary" by J. M. Stone is a collection of historical essays likely authored in the early 20th century. The work delves into key subjects from the 16th and 17th centuries, focusing on the intertwined dynamics of court politics and religious transformations during significant periods in European history, particularly in England and Scotland. The opening of the book outlines the preface, providing insight into the themes and framework of the essays that follow. J. M. Stone discusses the historical context of his subjects, including Henry VIII and Margaret Tudor, and articulates the intricate relationships forged through politics, marriage, and religion. He emphasizes how the personal motivations of historical figures influenced broader national and religious movements. This serves as a foundation for the exploration of various personalities and events, presenting an intricate tapestry of history meant to illuminate the reader's understanding of a pivotal era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Margaret, Queen, consort of James IV, King of Scotland, 1489-1541
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- Henry VIII, 1509-1547
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| Subject |
Reformation in literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4333 |
| Release Date |
Aug 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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