Reece, Henry
The Fall: Last Days of the English Republic
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300211498
- author:
- Reece, Henry
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 15.5 x 3.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Modern, 17th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Fall of the English Republic: A Turbulent Period in History The period following Oliver Cromwell's death in 1658 was marked by significant turmoil in English history. The republic, which had been established with the support of a standing army, faced numerous challenges that ultimately led to its downfall. In this book, Henry Reece explores the events that led to the collapse of the republic, questioning the commonly accepted narrative of its demise. Reece's account reveals that the restoration of the monarchy was not inevitable, and that the republican regime could have potentially survived long term. He examines the role of Richard Cromwell's Protectorate, the mobilization of supporters by the Rump Parliament, and the country's reluctance to return to the old order until the republic had collapsed. This thought-provoking history transforms our understanding of England's short-lived period of republican rule. By shedding new light on this pivotal period, Reece's book offers a compelling and nuanced exploration of the English republic's downfall.
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