The Court And Character Of King James (1817)

The Court And Character Of King James is a historical book written by Anthony Weldon in 1817. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the reign of King James I of England, from his ascension to the throne in 1603 until his death in 1625. Weldon, who was a contemporary of James I, was a courtier and historian who had a unique perspective on the king's character and the court politics of the time.The book is divided into three parts, with the first part focusing on James I's personality and character. Weldon describes the king as a man who was intelligent but indecisive, and who had a tendency to procrastinate. He also discusses James I's relationships with his wife, Queen Anne, and his male favorites, such as Robert Carr and George Villiers.The second part of the book is dedicated to the court politics of the time, including the rise and fall of various courtiers and the power struggles between different factions. Weldon provides a detailed account of the court intrigues and the various plots against the king, including the Gunpowder Plot of 1605.The final part of the book focuses on the religious and political issues of the time, including the conflicts between the Anglican Church and the Puritans, and the tensions between England and Scotland. Weldon also discusses James I's foreign policy, including his attempts to form alliances with other European powers.Overall, The Court And Character Of King James provides a fascinating insight into the reign of one of England's most controversial monarchs. Weldon's firsthand knowledge of the court and his detailed analysis of the political and religious issues of the time make this book an essential read for anyone interested in the history of early modern England.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.