Makers of History Abbott, Jacob 1803-1879 creator text utu 2009 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Queen Elizabeth" by Jacob Abbott is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the life of Queen Elizabeth I, detailing her heritage, and the critical events surrounding her rise to the throne, including the tumultuous reign of her father, Henry VIII, and the struggles for legitimacy that marked her early years. At the start of the narrative, the author introduces Queen Elizabeth's origins, specifically highlighting the dramatic backdrop of her mother, Anne Boleyn's, marriage to Henry VIII and the ensuing political upheaval. The chapter unfolds with Elizabeth's lineage, her birth, and the tragic downfall of her mother, showcasing the brutal consequences of courtly intrigues and royal ambitions. Abbott sets the stage for a life marked by hardship and resilience, hinting at the complex relationship between Elizabeth and her half-sister Mary, as well as the challenges Elizabeth would face in claiming her rightful place in a world rife with danger and betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2009-06-13 Produced by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Elizabeth I, Queen of England, 1533-1603 Great Britain -- History -- Elizabeth, 1558-1603 DA Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29107 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29107 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133649.0 29107