A Child's History of England is a historical work by Charles Dickens, written in the late 19th century, chronicling the history of England from ancient times through significant eras. Dickens uses accessible prose to make the past engaging, especially for young readers, guiding them through England’s development with vivid storytelling. The narrative covers changes in leadership and social structures, set against various cultural and military conflicts.
The book opens with an exploration of ancient England under Roman influence. Dickens describes the early inhabitants, their lifestyles, and the impact of the Romans on British society, bringing to life the customs of the primitive Britons and notable figures such as Julius Caesar. The text highlights the struggles and resilience of the native tribes as they resisted foreign invaders, establishing the foundation for England's early history. This opening invites readers to delve into the fascinating complexities of England's past, sparking curiosity about the nation’s evolution.

CHAPTER I ANCIENT ENGLAND AND THE ROMANS
CHAPTER II ANCIENT ENGLAND UNDER THE EARLY SAXONS
CHAPTER III ENGLAND UNDER THE GOOD SAXON, ALFRED
CHAPTER IV ENGLAND UNDER ATHELSTAN AND THE SIX BOY-KINGS
CHAPTER V ENGLAND UNDER CANUTE THE DANE
CHAPTER VI ENGLAND UNDER HAROLD HAREFOOT, HARDICANUTE, AND EDWARD THE CONFESSOR
CHAPTER VII ENGLAND UNDER HAROLD THE SECOND, AND CONQUERED BY THE NORMANS
CHAPTER VIII ENGLAND UNDER WILLIAM THE FIRST, THE NORMAN CONQUEROR
CHAPTER IX ENGLAND UNDER WILLIAM THE SECOND, CALLED RUFUS
CHAPTER X ENGLAND UNDER HENRY THE FIRST, CALLED FINE-SCHOLAR
CHAPTER XI ENGLAND UNDER MATILDA AND STEPHEN
CHAPTER XII ENGLAND UNDER HENRY THE SECOND
CHAPTER XIII ENGLAND UNDER RICHARD THE FIRST, CALLED THE LION-HEART
CHAPTER XIV ENGLAND UNDER KING JOHN, CALLED LACKLAND
CHAPTER XV ENGLAND UNDER HENRY THE THIRD, CALLED, OF WINCHESTER
CHAPTER XVI ENGLAND UNDER EDWARD THE FIRST, CALLED LONGSHANKS
CHAPTER XVII ENGLAND UNDER EDWARD THE SECOND
CHAPTER XVIII ENGLAND UNDER EDWARD THE THIRD
CHAPTER XIX ENGLAND UNDER RICHARD THE SECOND
CHAPTER XX ENGLAND UNDER HENRY THE FOURTH, CALLED BOLINGBROKE
CHAPTER XXI ENGLAND UNDER HENRY THE FIFTH
CHAPTER XXII ENGLAND UNDER HENRY THE SIXTH
CHAPTER XXIII ENGLAND UNDER EDWARD THE FOURTH
CHAPTER XXIV ENGLAND UNDER EDWARD THE FIFTH
CHAPTER XXV ENGLAND UNDER RICHARD THE THIRD
CHAPTER XXVI ENGLAND UNDER HENRY THE SEVENTH
CHAPTER XXVII ENGLAND UNDER HENRY THE EIGHTH, CALLED BLUFF KING HAL AND BURLY KING HARRY
CHAPTER XXVIII ENGLAND UNDER HENRY THE EIGHTH
CHAPTER XXIX ENGLAND UNDER EDWARD THE SIXTH
CHAPTER XXX ENGLAND UNDER MARY
CHAPTER XXXI ENGLAND UNDER ELIZABETH
CHAPTER XXXII ENGLAND UNDER JAMES THE FIRST
CHAPTER XXXIII ENGLAND UNDER CHARLES THE FIRST
CHAPTER XXXIV ENGLAND UNDER OLIVER CROMWELL
CHAPTER XXXV ENGLAND UNDER CHARLES THE SECOND, CALLED THE MERRY MONARCH
CHAPTER XXXVI ENGLAND UNDER JAMES THE SECOND
CHAPTER XXXVII