Royal Wills in Britain from 1509 to 2008

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• Michael L. Nash

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• 232 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Politikwissenschaft
• Recht
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Weltgeschichte

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Covering the years 1509 to 2008, this book delves into the complexities of royal wills, highlighting significant figures like Henry VIII and George III, and exploring the tension between state and personal property. It addresses the historical context of succession dilemmas and the controversial practices of sealing wills to restrict public access. The study draws from a variety of sources, including the Royal Archives and the Teck Letters, with a pivotal focus on the sealed will of Prince Frank of Teck, providing a comprehensive view of royal inheritance and its implications.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• Einband: Paperback