King And Commonwealth: A History Of Charles I And The Great Rebellion (1876) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164682509)

King and Commonwealth: A History of Charles I and the Great Rebellion is a historical book written by R. Meriton Cordery in 1876. The book provides a detailed account of the reign of Charles I and the events leading up to the English Civil War, also known as the Great Rebellion. The author explores the political and religious tensions that existed in England during the 17th century, and how they ultimately led to the downfall of the monarchy.The book begins by examining the early years of Charles I's reign, including his attempts to assert his authority over Parliament and his controversial religious policies. Cordery then delves into the events that led to the outbreak of the English Civil War, including the rise of Puritanism and the growing discontent among the English people.Throughout the book, Cordery provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on the key players and events of the period, including the actions of both Charles I and his opponents. He also explores the impact of the war on English society and the legacy of the conflict.Overall, King and Commonwealth: A History of Charles I and the Great Rebellion is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of the most tumultuous periods in English history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of England, the monarchy, or the English Civil War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: R. Meriton Cordery,James Surtees Phillpotts
ISBN-10: 1164682504
ISBN-13: 9781164682509
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 408
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.84d