""History of England: From the Death of Edward the Confessor to the Death of John, 1066-1216 A.D."" is a comprehensive historical account of England during the period of 1066-1216 A.D. The book is written by James Davies and was first published in 1874. The book covers the period of English history from the death of Edward the Confessor, the last Anglo-Saxon king of England, to the death of King John, the first Plantagenet king of England. The book is divided into chapters that cover the major events of this period, including the Norman Conquest, the reigns of William the Conqueror, Henry I, and Richard the Lionheart. The book also covers the development of the English legal system, the role of the Church in English society, and the growth of the English economy during this period. The author provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, and economic factors that shaped England during this period. The book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of England and the development of the English nation-state.""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.