Richard the Lion Heart by Kate Norgate

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Author Norgate, Kate, 1853-1935
LoC No. 24017983
Title Richard the Lion Heart
Original Publication United Kingdom: Macmillan and Co., 1924.
Note Reading ease score: 62.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits MWS, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) Last Edit of Project Info
Summary "Richard the Lion Heart" by Kate Norgate is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and reign of Richard I of England, focusing on his character, his conflicts, and particularly his involvement in the Crusades. Norgate aims to paint a comprehensive picture of Richard, examining how his relatively short life and reign have etched him into the fabric of medieval history and legend. The opening of this work establishes the framework for understanding Richard's early life, beginning with his birth and upbringing against the backdrop of his parents' ambitions—Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine. It outlines how Richard was groomed for leadership at a young age and sets the scene for the historical conflicts he would face, particularly in his native Aquitaine. The preface hints at a focus on Richard's character and the political dynamics of the time, suggesting that his notoriety extends beyond military conquests to the changes he enacted within the society he aimed to govern. This introductory segment thus lays the groundwork for a detailed biographical narrative, exploring not just the man, but the era and circumstances that shaped his legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Richard I, King of England, 1157-1199
Subject Great Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Biography
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Richard I, 1189-1199
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EBook-No. 71283
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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