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A History of the Modern British Isles, 1603-1707: The Double Crown
ISBN: 978-0-631-19402-6
April 1998
Wiley-Blackwell
448 pages
The book explores the intersecting histories of the Stuart monarchies and considers how events in each nation were shaped by being part of a multiple kingdom as well as by their own internal dynamics. Throughout, special attention is given to the personalities and political style of successive rulers. Their role in precipitating two revolutions is examined against the background of longer term constitutional, religious and social themes. In particular, the parallels between James I and Charles II, and between Charles I and James II, are clearly drawn out.
* Provides a coherent analysis of one of the most turbulent and most popular periods of British history.
* Offers thorough analysis of social and political themes within a chronological overview of the period.
* Gives full consideration to the 'British' context.