Publisher's Synopsis
Lives of Edward the Confessor is a historical book written by Henry Richards Luard and published in 1858. The book is a detailed account of the life and reign of Edward the Confessor, who ruled England from 1042 to 1066. The author provides a comprehensive description of the political, social, and religious climate of the time, and how it affected Edward's reign.Luard's book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the life of Edward the Confessor, including his childhood, his succession to the throne, and his reign as king. The author provides a detailed account of Edward's religious beliefs and his devotion to the church, as well as his conflicts with the powerful nobles of the time.The second part of the book is a collection of historical documents related to Edward's reign, including charters, letters, and other official records. These documents provide valuable insights into the political and social climate of the time, as well as the challenges faced by Edward as he tried to rule England.Overall, Lives of Edward the Confessor is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medieval England. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of one of the most important figures in English history, and sheds light on the political, social, and religious climate of the time.Contains La Estoire De Seint Aedward Le Rei, Vita Beati Edvardi Regis Et Confessoris, Vita Aeduuardi Regis Qui Apud Westmonasterium Requiescit.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.
