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THE HISTORY OF SIR RICHARD WHITTINGTON (1885) IBD

THOMAS HEYWOOD
KESSINGER PUBLISHING, LLC
06 / 2008
9781436802192
Inglés

Sinopsis

The History of Sir Richard Whittington is a book written by Thomas Heywood in 1885. It is a historical account of the life of Sir Richard Whittington, a wealthy merchant and philanthropist who lived in the 14th and 15th centuries. The book details Whittington?s rise from humble beginnings as the son of a Gloucestershire knight to become one of the wealthiest men in England, thanks to his success in the wool trade. The book also covers Whittington?s philanthropic endeavors, including his donations to hospitals and the construction of public buildings such as the Guildhall in London. Heywood?s account paints a picture of Whittington as a generous and kind-hearted man who used his wealth to benefit the people of London. The book is written in a straightforward style, with a focus on historical accuracy rather than literary flair. It includes details about the political and economic climate of England during Whittington?s lifetime, as well as descriptions of daily life in medieval London. Overall, The History of Sir Richard Whittington provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of England?s most famous historical figures, and offers insight into the social and economic conditions of the time.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.