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The Pageant of England 1216 - 1272: The Magnificent Century
The Pageant of England 1216 - 1272 The Magnificent Century Author:Thomas B. Costain This second volume of Thomas Costain's panoramic story of England covers the long, turbulent reign of Henry III. THE MAGNIFICENT CENTURY, the second volume of Costain's A History of the Plantagenets, covers Henry III's long and turbulent reign, from 1216 to 1272. During his lifetime Henry was frequently unpopular, unreliable and... more » inconsistent. Yet his reign saw spectacular advancement in the arts, sciences and theology, as well as in government. Despite all, it was truly a magnificent century.