The Roundheads Or The Good Old Cause (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161475944)

""The Roundheads Or The Good Old Cause"" is a historical novel written by Aphra Behn, first published in 1681. The book is set during the English Civil War, which took place in the mid-17th century, and follows the story of two lovers, Colonel Henry Beverley and his fianc�����e, Lady Lucinda. The novel explores the conflict between the Royalists, who supported King Charles I, and the Parliamentarians, known as the Roundheads, who opposed the King's rule. The Roundheads were fighting for what they believed was the ""good old cause"" - the preservation of parliamentary democracy and religious freedom. Behn's novel portrays the Roundheads as heroic figures, fighting against tyranny and oppression. The story follows Colonel Beverley as he joins the Roundheads and fights in several key battles, including the Battle of Naseby. Along the way, he is captured by the Royalists and sentenced to death, but Lady Lucinda helps him escape. The novel also explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal. Lady Lucinda is torn between her love for Colonel Beverley and her loyalty to the Royalist cause, which is supported by her father. As the war rages on, she must decide where her true loyalties lie. Overall, ""The Roundheads Or The Good Old Cause"" is a compelling historical novel that brings to life the tumultuous period of the English Civil War. It is a story of love, loyalty, and heroism, set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in British history.La. Des. Seiz'd on, secur'd, was there no time but this? What made him at the Committee, or when there, why spoke he honest Truth? What shall I do, good Corporal Advise: take Gold, and see if you can corrupt his Guards, but they are better paid for doing mischief; yet try, their Consciences are large.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: Aphrah Behn
ISBN-10: 116147594X
ISBN-13: 9781161475944
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.50d