Kishlansky, Mark A.
Monarchy Transformed: Britain, 1603-1714 (Penguin History of Britain)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140148275
- author:
- Kishlansky, Mark A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 12.95 x 2.29 x 19.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- British & Irish history: c 1500 to c 1700
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The seventeenth century was a time of profound transformation in Britain, marked by significant political and religious upheaval. This period, spanning from the accession of James I to the death of Queen Anne, was a time of great change, with events including conspiracies, rebellions, and revolutions, alongside court intrigues and political infighting. The Stuart dynasty saw one king executed, another exiled, the House of Lords abolished, and the Church of England reconstructed along Presbyterian lines. A masterful narrative, shot through with the author's profound scholarship, this book provides a lively and engaging account of the period. With a keen understanding of the many different aspects of Stuart rule, the author brings to life the fascinating personalities involved, creating a sweeping and dramatic chronicle of a century of British history. Through its examination of this pivotal period, this book offers a compelling insight into the nation's development and remains critical for understanding Britain today.
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