The History of the Life of King Henry the Second is a comprehensive look at the life and times of one of England's most influential monarchs. Written by Baron George Lyttelton Lyttelton, a prominent politician and historian of the 18th century, this book examines the political, social, and cultural factors that shaped the reign of Henry II. It also includes a history of the period leading up to his birth, painting a vivid picture of the world in which Henry lived. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.