Outline of English History: B.C. 55-A.D. 1886 (1891)

Outline of English History: B.C. 55-A.D. 1886 is a historical book written by Samuel Rawson Gardiner and published in 1891. The book provides a detailed overview of English history from the Roman invasion in 55 B.C. to the late 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific period in English history. The first chapter discusses the Roman invasion and subsequent occupation of Britain, while the following chapters cover the Anglo-Saxon period, the Norman Conquest, the Plantagenet dynasty, and the Tudor and Stuart periods. Gardiner also covers the English Civil War, the Glorious Revolution of 1688, and the rise of the British Empire. The book concludes with a discussion of the Victorian era and the major political and social changes that occurred during this time. Throughout the book, Gardiner provides detailed analyses of key events and figures in English history, including Julius Caesar, William the Conqueror, Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, Oliver Cromwell, and Queen Victoria. Overall, Outline of English History: B.C. 55-A.D. 1886 is a comprehensive and informative book that provides readers with a thorough understanding of English history from its earliest days to the late 19th century.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.