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Rebellion: The History Of England From James I To The Glorious Revolution (The History Of England, 3)
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Peter Ackroyd Has Been Praised As One Of The Greatest Living Chroniclers Of Britain And Its People. In Rebellion, He Continues His Dazzling Account Of The History Of England, Beginning With The Progress South Of The Scottish King, James Vi, Who On The Death Of Elizabeth I Became The First Stuart King Of England, And Ending With The Deposition And Flight Into Exile Of His Grandson, James Ii.The Stuart Monarchy Brought Together The Two Nations Of England And Scotland Into One Realm, Albeit A Realm Still Marked By Political Divisions That Echo To This Day. More Importantly, Perhaps, The Stuart Era Was Marked By The Cruel Depredations Of Civil War, And The Killing Of A King. Shrewd And Opinionated, James I Was Eloquent On Matters As Diverse As Theology, Witchcraft, And The Abuses Of Tobacco, But His Attitude To The English Parliament Sowed The Seeds Of The Division That Would Split The Country During The Reign Of His Hapless Heir, Charles I. Ackroyd Offers A Brilliant, Wartsandall Portrayal Of Charles'S Nemesis, Oliver Cromwell, Parliament'S Great Military Leader And England'S Only Dictator, Who Began His Career As A Political Liberator But Ended It As Much Of A Despot As That Man Of Blood, The King He Executed.England'S Turbulent Seventeenth Century Is Vividly Laid Out Before Us, But So Too Is The Cultural And Social Life Of The Period, Notable For Its Extraordinarily Rich Literature, Including Shakespeare'S Late Masterpieces, Jacobean Tragedy, The Poetry Of John Donne And Milton And Thomas Hobbes'S Great Philosophical Treatise, Leviathan. In Addition To Its Account Of England'S Royalty, Rebellion Also Gives Us A Very Real Sense Of The Lives Of Ordinary English Men And Women, Lived Out Against A Backdrop Of Constant Disruption And Uncertainty.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Rebellion: The History of England from James I to the Glorious Revolution'? A: The book focuses on the history of England from the reign of James I to the Glorious Revolution, detailing political events, civil war, and the cultural life of the seventeenth century.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Rebellion' is Peter Ackroyd, a renowned chronicler of British history.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 8, 2015.
- Q: How many pages does 'Rebellion' have? A: The book contains 528 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Rebellion' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Rebellion' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Rebellion' is suitable for academic study as it provides a detailed historical account and analysis of England's seventeenth century, making it a valuable resource for students and historians.
- Q: What topics does Peter Ackroyd cover in this book? A: Peter Ackroyd covers a variety of topics including the Stuart monarchy, civil war, Oliver Cromwell, and the cultural contributions of the era, including literature and philosophy.
- Q: Is this book a part of a series? A: Yes, 'Rebellion' is the third volume in 'The History of England' series by Peter Ackroyd.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Rebellion'? A: The book explores themes of monarchy, political conflict, civil war, and the impact of historical events on the lives of ordinary people in England.
- Q: Can I find detailed analyses of key historical figures in this book? A: Yes, 'Rebellion' includes detailed analyses of key historical figures such as James I, Charles I, and Oliver Cromwell, offering insights into their roles and impacts during this tumultuous period.