Publisher's Synopsis
The English Court in Exile: James II at Saint-Germain is a historical book written by Marion Sharpe Grew in 1911. The book explores the life of James II, the last Catholic monarch of England, who was exiled to France after the Glorious Revolution of 1688. The author provides a detailed account of James II's life in exile, particularly his time at the Palace of Saint-Germain-en-Laye, where he established his court.The book covers various aspects of James II's life in exile, including his political and personal struggles, his relationships with his family and courtiers, and his attempts to regain the throne of England. The author also delves into the social and cultural milieu of the court at Saint-Germain, providing insights into the daily life of the exiled monarch and his entourage.The English Court in Exile is a well-researched and engaging book that sheds light on a little-known period of English history. The author's meticulous attention to detail and her ability to bring the characters and events to life make this book an excellent read for anyone interested in history, politics, and the lives of monarchs.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.
