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With the King at Oxford: A Tale of the Great Rebellion

By Alfred John Church
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A first-person memoir by an Oxfordshire gentleman's son traces his upbringing, schoolboy faction fights, and eventual service as a musketeer amid the civil conflict. He moves between country, London, and the royal court at Oxford, witnessing plague, skirmishes and major engagements, the upheaval of college and library life, family bereavement, the king's trial and execution, and later sea voyages. The narrative balances battlefield and domestic detail with reflective observations on loyalty, institutional change, and the personal costs of war.

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Alfred John Church

Alfred John Church was a British author and historian known for his engaging retellings of classical history and literature. His works often focus on significant historical figures and events, making ancient history accessible to a wider audience. Among his notable titles is "A Young Macedonian in the Army of Alexander the Great," which explores the life and times of Alexander through the eyes of a young soldier. Church also contributed to the understanding of Roman and Greek literature with works like "Roman Life in the Days of Cicero" and "Stories from Livy." His storytelling blends historical accuracy with narrative flair, enriching the literary heritage of historical fiction.

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