02540cam a22003373u 4500 68348 UtSlPG 20260610134558.0 m cr n 260607r20221887utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 03006891 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Norgate, Kate, 1853-1935 England under the Angevin Kings, Volumes I and II Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-06-19 MWS, Fay Dunn, State Library of Western Australia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "England under the Angevin Kings" by Kate Norgate is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the tumultuous period of English history under the rule of the Angevin kings, focusing on key figures and events that shaped the nation during this time. The narrative promises a detailed analysis of political dynamics, societal changes, and the impact of major personalities, such as Henry I and his successors. At the start of the narrative, Norgate lays the groundwork for understanding the context and significance of the Angevin rule, beginning with the reign of Henry I from 1100 to 1135. The opening portion discusses prophesies surrounding the monarchy, the conditions under which Henry came to power, and the challenges he faced as he consolidated authority after a period of instability marked by rival claims to the throne. It establishes the intrigue of political machinations and alliances, introduces the complications with the Norman lords, and sets the stage for Henry's efforts to stabilize England while navigating foreign interests and internal conflicts. This detailed setup not only introduces historical facts but infuses the narrative with a sense of drama that may captivate readers interested in medieval history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United Kingdom: Macmillan and Co., 1887 England -- Civilization -- 1066-1485 Great Britain -- History -- Angevin period, 1154-1216 Anjou, House of https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68348 109163 109163