Publisher's Synopsis
Dr. Walker's True, Modest, and Faithful Account of the Author of Eikon Basilike, Strictly Examined, and Demonstrated to be False, Impudent, and Deceitful in Two Parts is a book written by Thomas Long and published in 1693. The book is a critical examination of the authorship of the famous Eikon Basilike, a work that was believed to have been written by King Charles I of England during his imprisonment and subsequent execution in 1649. Long argues that the true author of the Eikon Basilike was not Charles I, but rather his chaplain, Dr. John Gauden. Long provides extensive evidence to support his claim, including an analysis of the language and style of the Eikon Basilike, as well as historical records and personal accounts of those who knew Gauden. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part providing a detailed analysis of the evidence supporting Gauden's authorship of the Eikon Basilike. The second part is a rebuttal of the arguments put forth by those who believe that Charles I was the true author. Overall, Long's book is an important contribution to the ongoing debate over the authorship of the Eikon Basilike, and provides a compelling argument for the claim that it was in fact written by Dr. John Gauden rather than King Charles I.The First Disproving It To Be Dr. Gauden's, The Second Proving It To Be King Charles The First's. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
