History Of The Revolution In England In 1688

Comprising A View Of The Reign Of James II (1835)

von James Mackintosh

756 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""History of the Revolution in England in 1688"" is a comprehensive account of the events leading up to and following the overthrow of King James II in 1688. Written by James Mackintosh and originally published in 1835, this book provides a detailed view of the political and social climate of England during this tumultuous period. Mackintosh begins by examining the reign of James II and the various factors that led to his downfall, including his attempts to promote Catholicism and his strained relationship with the English Parliament. He then delves into the Glorious Revolution itself, describing the key players involved and the actions they took to depose James II and install William of Orange as the new king. Throughout the book, Mackintosh provides insightful analysis of the political and social forces at play during this period, including the role of religion, the power struggles between the monarchy and Parliament, and the impact of the revolution on English society as a whole. He also draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a rich and detailed account of the events of 1688. Overall, ""History of the Revolution in England in 1688"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of England and the development of its political institutions. Mackintosh's clear and engaging writing style, combined with his thorough research and analysis, make this book an essential read for students, scholars, and history enthusiasts alike.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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Europäische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781436874892
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.06.2008
• Größe: 280 x 210 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC