History of the English People, Volume II The Charter, 1216-1307; The Parliament, 1307-1400

"History of the English People, Volume II" by John Richard Green is a historical journey through England from 1216 to 1461, charting the reigns of kings like Henry III and Edward I and significant milestones such as the Barons' War and the rise of Parliament. The story starts with the young Henry III taking the throne after King John's death, setting the scene for the birth of the Charter, a landmark document in the fight for English freedom and self-rule. It spotlights key people like William Marshal, who guided the country as regent, and Hubert de Burgh, the Justiciar, who struggled to keep peace while dealing with foreign powers and the Pope. The era saw evolving feelings about the king and the rising sense of national identity that would mold England's future.