Memoir Of Margaret, Countess Of Richmond And Derby (1874)

Memoir Of Margaret, Countess Of Richmond And Derby (1874) is a historical biography written by Charles Henry Cooper. The book is a detailed account of the life and times of Margaret Beaufort, the mother of King Henry VII of England. Margaret was a prominent figure in the Tudor dynasty and played a crucial role in the Wars of the Roses. The book covers her early life, marriage, political activities, and philanthropic work, including the founding of two colleges at Oxford and Cambridge. The author also explores Margaret's religious beliefs and her relationship with the Church. The book is based on extensive research and archival material, including letters and documents from the period. It provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most influential women in English history.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.