An Answer to Such Motives As Were Offer’d by Certain Military-Men to Prince Henry, Inciting Him to Affect Arms More Than Peace

'An Answer to Such Motives As Were Offer’d by Certain Military-Men to Prince Henry, Inciting Him to Affect Arms More Than Peace' by Sir Robert Cotton offers a fascinating glimpse into the political and philosophical debates surrounding Prince Henry, the son of King James I of England. Commissioned by the Prince himself, Cotton’s work presents a compelling argument against prioritizing military ambition over peaceful governance. This edition also includes 'A Short View of the Life and Reign of Henry the Third,' providing historical context and further insight into Cotton’s political thought.Cotton, a renowned antiquarian and Member of Parliament, brings his deep knowledge of English history and political theory to bear on the question of a monarch’s proper role. This work is a valuable resource for understanding the intellectual currents of the early 17th century and the challenges faced by the Stuart monarchy. It remains relevant for anyone interested in the history of political thought, British history, and the enduring tension between war and peace.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.