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The History of England, From the Accession of James I to the Elevation of the House of Hanover, Vol. 5: From the Death of Charles I to the Restoration of Charles II
Delve into the rise of a new English order as the monarchy is dismantled and a republic takes shape.
This volume surveys the early years of the Commonwealth, the struggle between Parliament and the ruling power, and the political moves that defined a nation in upheaval. Rich in detail, it tracks the leaders, laws, and shifts that framed England’s path from kingly rule to republican governance.
With a clear, sourced narrative, the book presents the debates, trials, and turning points that marked the period. It connects parliamentary actions, military power, and social change to show how England navigated division, reform, and restoration.
Learn how power shifted between the Commons and the Lords and how the state was restructured. Understand the key figures, factions, and policies that shaped the early Commonwealth. Explore the legal and constitutional changes that accompanied the new regime. See how Ireland and Scotland fit into the broader political landscape of the era. Ideal for readers interested in early modern political history, constitutional development, and the making of a republic in England.
This volume surveys the early years of the Commonwealth, the struggle between Parliament and the ruling power, and the political moves that defined a nation in upheaval. Rich in detail, it tracks the leaders, laws, and shifts that framed England’s path from kingly rule to republican governance.
With a clear, sourced narrative, the book presents the debates, trials, and turning points that marked the period. It connects parliamentary actions, military power, and social change to show how England navigated division, reform, and restoration.
Learn how power shifted between the Commons and the Lords and how the state was restructured. Understand the key figures, factions, and policies that shaped the early Commonwealth. Explore the legal and constitutional changes that accompanied the new regime. See how Ireland and Scotland fit into the broader political landscape of the era. Ideal for readers interested in early modern political history, constitutional development, and the making of a republic in England.
- GenresNonfiction
439 pages, Hardcover
First published October 5, 2013
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