Worden, Blair

The English Civil Wars: 1640 - 1660

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ISBN 13:
9780753826911
author:
Worden, Blair
format:
Paperback
publisher:
W&N
language:
English
Publication Year:
2010
Pages:
208
Dimensions:
13.3 x 1.9 x 19.7 centimetres (0
Genre:
British & Irish history: c 1500 to c 1700
Condition:
New
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£6.80

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The English Civil Wars 1640-1660 by Blair Worden The mid-seventeenth century saw a period of profound upheaval in English history, with the monarchy and the House of Lords abolished and replaced by a republic and military rule. This remarkable account explores the events of this period, from the conflict between King and Parliament to the execution of Charles I, Cromwell's rule, and the Restoration. Blair Worden sheds light on the motivations of contemporaries on both sides and the concerns of later generations, providing a nuanced understanding of this pivotal moment in English history. A wonderfully readable and engaging narrative, this book offers a fresh perspective on a complex and fascinating period.

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