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Henry the Seventh
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History of the Life and Reign of Richard the Third
This comprehensive history of the life and reign of Richard III sheds new light on one of the most controversial figures in English history. Drawing on original documents and first-hand accounts, James Gairdner provides a detailed and compelling portrait of the last Plantagenet king, as well as a fascinating glimpse into the turbulent political and social landscape of 15th-century England. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Tudor Textiles
A detailed study of Tudor textiles, highlighting their extravagant beauty and their impact on the royal court, fashion, and taste At the Tudor Court, textiles were ubiquitous in decor and ceremony. Tapestries, embroideries, carpets, and hangings were more highly esteemed than paintings and other forms of decorative art. Indeed, in 16th-century Europe, fine textiles were so costly that they were out of reach for average citizens, and even for many nobles. This spectacularly illustrated book tells the story of textiles during the long Tudor century, from the ascendance of Henry VII in 1485 to the death of his granddaughter Elizabeth I in 1603. It places elaborate tapestries, imported carpets, ...
The Paston Letters, A.D. 1422-1509
The Paston Letters, voicing the personal and political concerns of one Norfolk family, illuminate one of England's most tumultuous times.
