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The Period Of Mourning is a rare collection of poems by Henry Peacham, written in memory of a deceased prince and in celebration of the marriage between Frederick V, Count Palatine of the Rhine, and Elizabeth Stuart, daughter of King James I of England. This volume, ""Disposed Into Sixe Visions,"" captures the mood of early 17th-century England, reflecting both the somber realities of mortality and the optimism associated with royal alliances. Peachamâ€(TM)s verses offer a unique glimpse into the intersection of personal grief and national events, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of English literature and history. Peacham skillfully interweaves themes of loss and hope, using poetic form to explore the complexities of courtly life and public sentiment during a pivotal era in European history. Readers interested in the Stuart dynasty and the literary landscape of Jacobean England will find this collection to be a compelling and insightful read. The volume's historical and literary significance ensures its enduring appeal. 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. 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. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

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