King James I, A Counterblast to Quotes

A collection of quotes by King James I, A Counterblast to .

King James I was born on June 19, 1566, in Edinburgh, Scotland. He became the King of Scotland at the tender age of one, following the abdication of his mother, Mary, Queen of Scots. In 1603, upon the death of Queen Elizabeth I, James inherited the English throne, uniting the crowns of England and Scotland. Known for his intellectual pursuits, he commissioned the translation of the Bible into English, resulting in the famous King James Version. Additionally, James authored various works, including "A Counterblast to Tobacco," which criticized the use of tobacco in England. He reigned until his death on March 27, 1625.