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100 1 _aFreeman, Edward A.
_q(Edward Augustus),
_d1823-1892
245 1 0 _aWilliam the Conqueror
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1997
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1997-10-01
508 _aTranscribed from the 1913 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price
520 _a"William the Conqueror" by Edward A. Freeman is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book offers an in-depth analysis of the life and character of William the Conqueror, focusing particularly on his impact as an English statesman and ruler. It highlights his complex journey from a troubled childhood in Normandy to his eventual conquest of England, detailing the significance of his actions on the formation of English law and governance. At the start of the work, Freeman introduces the reader to the intricacies of William's early life and the historical context surrounding his rise to power. The narrative emphasizes the unique relationship between England and its foreign influences, notably the Norman takeovers. Freeman discusses William's early reign in Normandy, his challenges due to being a "bastard," and the revolts he faced from unruly nobles. The opening chapters set the stage for understanding William's development as a capable ruler, illustrating key events and decisions that defined his character and laid the groundwork for his future conquests. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWilliam I, King of England, 1027 or 8-1087
653 _aGreat Britain -- History -- William I, 1066-1087
653 _aGreat Britain -- Kings and rulers -- Biography
653 _aNormans -- Great Britain -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1066
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