The Struggle Against Absolute Monarchy, 1603-1688

By Bertha Meriton Gardiner

Book Overview

The Struggle Against Absolute Monarchy, 1603-1688 is a historical book written by Bertha Meriton Gardiner and originally published in 1890. The book is a detailed account of the political and social struggles that took place in England during the 17th century, as the country moved away from absolute monarchy towards a more democratic form of government. Gardiner examines the reigns of James I, Charles I, and James II, and the various political and religious conflicts that arose during their reigns. She also discusses the rise of the Puritans and their role in the English Civil War, as well as the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which saw the overthrow of James II and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy.Throughout the book, Gardiner emphasizes the importance of the struggle against absolute monarchy in shaping the course of English history. She argues that the events of the 17th century laid the groundwork for the development of modern democracy, and that the lessons learned during this period continue to be relevant today.Overall, The Struggle Against Absolute Monarchy, 1603-1688 is a comprehensive and insightful account of a pivotal period in English history, written by a knowledgeable and engaging historian.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166154068
• ISBN13: 9781166154066
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"