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Cameos From English History From Rollo To Edward II
Books On Demand - EAN : 9782322478095
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EAN : 9782322478095
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- EAN13 : 9782322478095
- Réf. éditeur : 409519
- Editeur : Books On Demand
- Date Parution : 9 juil. 2025
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 140
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:10 mm
- Poids : 213gr
- Résumé : Charlotte Mary Yonges Cameos From English History From Rollo To Edward II crafts vivid vignettes of pivotal figures and events that shaped medieval England. Originally serialized in The Monthly Packet, this collection distills complex historical arcs into accessible narratives for young readers, blending scholarly rigor with storytelling flair. The book opens with Rolf Ganger, the Viking chieftain whose settlement in Normandy laid foundations for William the Conquerors reign, and traverses through monarchs like William Longsword and Edward II, whose turbulent rule marked the Plantagenet dynastys decline. Yonges approach emphasizes moral and religious themes, reflecting her alignment with the Oxford Movements High Church ideals. Chapters on the Norman Conquest dissect Harold Godwinsons tragic heroism and the Battle of Hastings geopolitical ripple effects, while profiles of clerics like Thomas Becket underscore church-state conflicts. The narrative subtly aligns with categories such as Medieval History, Educational Literature, and Biographical Collections, offering educators a tool to animate syllabi with human drama. Notable for integrating lesser-known voicessuch as Saxon bishops resisting Norman hegemony the text avoids dry chronology in favor of ethical dilemmas and cultural shifts. Yonges portrayal of the Camp of Refuge rebellion, for instance, frames Hereward the Wake as a symbol of Saxon resilience, contrasting sharply with William Is administrative reforms. Rich in primary sources like chronicles and letters, this edition preserves Yonges original annotations, enhancing its utility for students transitioning from foundational histories to analytical reading. Its enduring appeal lies in balancing didactic purpose with narrative vitality, making centuries-old conflicts resonate with modern audiences.
- Biographie : Charlotte Mary Yonge (1823.1901) was a prolific English novelist and educator whose works bridged Victorian piety and historical scholarship. A devoted adherent of the Oxford Movement, she channeled her Anglican faith into literature, aiming to moralize and instruct young readers. Her early success with The Heir of Redclyffe (1853) established her as a pioneer of domestic fiction, though Cameos From English History exemplifies her dual commitment to pedagogy and High Church ideology. Yonges editorial leadership of The Monthly Packet, a magazine for girls, allowed her to serialize historical sketches that later formed this volume. Collaborating with clerics like John Keble, she infused her narratives with theological undertones, particularly evident in critiques of royal excess and valorizations of clerical integrity. Despite her focus on England, Yonge occasionally ventured into continental European contexts, as seen in cameos of Norman dukes and French bishops. Financially supporting missionary causes through her writing income, Yonge remained unmarried and rooted in her Hampshire village, where she taught Sunday school. Her legacy endures in educational circles, with modern scholars praising her ability to simplify complex historiography without sacrificing depth. Cameos From English History remains a testament to her belief that history, when rendered through human struggles, could cultivate both virtue and intellectual curiosity.
