Peter Ackroyd

Civil War: The History of England Volume III (History of England Vol III)

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ISBN 13:: 9781447271697
author:: Peter Ackroyd
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Pan
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2015
Pages:: 512
Dimensions:: 13 x 3.2 x 19.7 cm
Genre:: History, Britain & Ireland, English Civil War
Condition:: New
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The History of England by Peter Ackroyd is a comprehensive account of the Stuart dynasty, spanning from the accession of James VI to the deposition and exile of his grandson, James II. This period saw the union of England and Scotland under one realm, yet was marked by the divisions that still echo today. Ackroyd offers a vivid portrayal of the Stuart kings, including James I and his heirs, as well as Oliver Cromwell, the military leader who executed the king and became a despot in his own right. The book provides a detailed and nuanced exploration of the cultural and social life of 17th-century England, including its rich literature, notable figures such as Shakespeare and John Donne, and the philosophical treatise Leviathan by Thomas Hobbes. Through this lens, Ackroyd sheds light on the lives of ordinary English men and women, living out their lives against a backdrop of constant disruption and uncertainty. By examining the tumultuous 17th century, Ackroyd offers a compelling narrative that brings to life the complexities and contradictions of this pivotal period in English history.

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