History of the English People, Volume VI / Puritan England, 1642-1660; The Revolution, 1660-1683

Name: History of the English People, Volume VI / Puritan England, 1642-1660; The Revolution, 1660-1683
Author: John Richard Green

By John Richard Green

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A narrative history of mid-seventeenth-century England recounts the outbreak and course of the civil wars, the formation and politicization of armies, the execution of the king, and the experiments of the Commonwealth and Protectorate. It follows military campaigns and regional loyalties, parliamentary measures and fiscal demands, and the tensions between civilians and soldiers that reshaped governance. The account continues through the Restoration and subsequent crises of the 1660s–1680s, combining chronological chapters on battles, political institutions, and public crises with maps and commentary on social and religious fracture.

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John Richard Green

John Richard Green was a prominent English historian and author, best known for his comprehensive work, "History of the English People." This multi-volume series, published in the late 19th century, provides an extensive narrative of English history from the early medieval period through the 18th century. Green's writing is characterized by its engaging style and accessibility, making complex historical events understandable to a broad audience. His approach emphasized the social and political developments that shaped England, contributing significantly to the field of historical literature. Green's legacy endures through his influential works, which continue to be referenced and studied for their insights into English history.