Strickland was possibly the most celebrated English female historical biographer of the 19th Century. Antonia Fraser selects her best writing and explains its importance.

Agnes Strickland's Queens of England

Matilda, wife of the great William, the Conqueror, was an exceedingly handsome woman, and as she had received the best education that was possible in her times, she was as celebrated for her learning as for her beauty.

This republished edition by DigiCat Publishing enriches contemporary libraries with Strickland's timeless work, extending her legacy in helping to educate and engage young minds with the richness of English history.

I. Of III, Abridged This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature.

Agnes Strickland (1796-1874) was an English historical writer and poet. This is volume 4 of 16.