Cover of William the Conqueror by Hilaire Belloc
Hilaire Belloc

William the Conqueror

First published 1933153 pagesP. Davies

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Published in 1933, William the Conqueror is a biography by Hilaire Belloc (1870–1953), the Anglo-French writer, historian, and essayist. Belloc portrays William, Duke of Normandy, who defeated the English at the Battle of Hastings in 1066 and became the first Norman king of England. Belloc brought his characteristic verve, Catholic perspective, and gift for narrative to a life story that reshaped the history of Britain and Europe.

Publication Details

First Published1933
PublisherP. Davies
Pages153
ISBN9780895554680
LanguageEnglish
GenreHistory, Biography
Open LibraryView editions
CollectionMunsey's Classic & Rare Books