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King of Scotland from 1566 to 1625, King of England and Ireland from 1603 to 1625 (1566-1625)

Also known as: Jakob I., C. Philopatris, Charles James, Duke of Rothesay, Charles James, Prince and Great Steward of Scotland, Jakob VI., James Charles, Duke of Rothesay

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Known works

By the King (1603)
Iames by the grace of God king of England, Scotland, France, and Ireland, defender of the faith, &c (1611)
King James VI and I (1994)
His Maiesties gracious letter to the Earle of South-Hampton, treasurer, and to the councell and Company of Virginia heere (1622)
King James his letter and directions to the Lord Archbishop of Canterbury; concerning preaching and preachers (1642)