Chronicles Of England: A Metrical History (1842)

Chronicles Of England: A Metrical History is a book written by George Raymond in 1842. The book is a poetic retelling of the history of England, from the time of the Roman invasion to the reign of Queen Victoria. Raymond's work is written in rhyming couplets and is divided into sections, each covering a different period of English history. The book includes descriptions of battles, political events, and the lives of notable figures such as William the Conqueror and Henry VIII. Raymond's aim was to create an accessible and entertaining history of England, which would appeal to both adults and children. The book is illustrated with engravings and includes a glossary of terms used in the text. Chronicles Of England: A Metrical History is a unique and engaging work that provides a fascinating insight into the history of England, as well as the literary style of the mid-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.