The History of England, Volume I From the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution in 1688
CHAPTER VII.
STEPHEN
Accession of Stephen.--War with Scotland.--Insurrection in favour of Matilda.--Stephen taken Prisoner.--Matilda crowned.--Stephen released.--Restored to the Crown.--Continuation of the Civil Wars.-- Compromise between the King and Prince Henry.--Death of the King