The Life of Simon De Montfort Earl of Leicester with Special Reference to the Parliamentary History of His Time

""The Life of Simon De Montfort Earl of Leicester with Special Reference to the Parliamentary History of His Time"" is a biographical work written by George Walter Prothero. It chronicles the life of Simon de Montfort, the Earl of Leicester, focusing particularly on his role in English parliamentary history. Montfort was a prominent figure in the 13th century, known for his military prowess and his efforts to limit the power of the monarchy. He is perhaps best known for his role in the Simon de Montfort's Parliament of 1265, which is considered one of the first true parliaments in English history. Prothero's book provides a detailed account of Montfort's life and career, drawing on a range of primary sources to paint a vivid picture of this important historical figure. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history, particularly the development of parliamentary democracy in the country.1877. With two maps. Prothero's studies of the history of the times led him to analyze De Montfort's time anew. As a result, he produced this account of one of the most famous men of the English middle ages: Simon de Montfort. It traces his life from his beginnings as the younger son of a French noble family through his elevation in England as the close friend and counselor of King Henry III; his break with the king; his rise to royal power; and his death in battle at Evesham in 1265. Montfort was a creature of contradictions. A superb soldier, an ardent religious idealist, and a forcefully able politician, he won the friendship and loyalty of some of the greatest men of his day; yet he was also ambitious and avaricious for political power. Prothero's conclusions were formed entirely from his reading of the records of the times.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.