Publisher's Synopsis
""John of Gaunt: King of Castile and Leon, Duke of Aquitaine and Lancaster, Earl of Derby, Lincoln and Leicester, Seneschal of England"" is a historical biography written by Sydney Armitage-Smith and published in 1905. The book tells the story of John of Gaunt, a prominent figure in English history during the 14th century. John of Gaunt was a member of the House of Plantagenet and held many titles throughout his life, including King of Castile and Leon, Duke of Aquitaine and Lancaster, and Earl of Derby, Lincoln, and Leicester. He was also the Seneschal of England, which was a high-ranking position in the royal household. The book covers John of Gaunt's life in detail, from his birth in 1340 to his death in 1399. It explores his many accomplishments, including his military campaigns in Spain and his role in the Hundred Years' War. The book also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with his wives and children. Armitage-Smith's biography of John of Gaunt is well-researched and provides a comprehensive look at this important historical figure. The book is written in a scholarly style and includes extensive footnotes and references. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history, the House of Plantagenet, or the medieval period in general.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.
