Stuart Period (1603-1714): Monarchy, Parliament, and Power

By Anthony Quinn

Stuart Period (1603-1714): Monarchy, Parliament, and Power
By Anthony Quinn

Step into one of the most dramatic and transformative eras in British history.

From the accession of James I to the death of Queen Anne, the Stuart period was an age of political upheaval, religious conflict, and constitutional revolution. In Stuart Period (1603-1714): Monarchy, Parliament, and Power, Anthony Quinn delivers a compelling and deeply researched narrative that explores how Britain evolved from a monarchy dominated by divine right to a state increasingly shaped by parliamentary authority.

This book takes you through:

The Union of the Crowns and the ambitions of James IThe escalating tensions between monarchy and ParliamentThe causes and consequences of the English Civil WarThe rise of Oliver Cromwell and the experiment of republican ruleThe Restoration of the monarchy under Charles IIThe crisis of absolutism under James IIThe Glorious Revolution and the birth of constitutional monarchyThe political and financial transformations that reshaped Britain's future

Through vivid storytelling and careful analysis, Quinn reveals how struggles over religion, finance, and power reshaped not only England and Scotland but the foundations of modern democracy.

Perfect for:

Students of history and politicsA-level and university readersHistory enthusiasts seeking a clear and engaging overviewAnyone interested in monarchy, revolution, and constitutional change

Discover how a century of conflict forged the modern British state.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GX72PKH1
• ISBN13: 9798257349935
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"