ISBN: 9780243273515 - the governance of england: otherwise called the difference between an absolute and a limited monarchy (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the tumultuous period of 15th-century English history, focusing on the reigns of the Lancastrian kings and the subsequent rise of the Yorkist dynasty. The author meticulously examines the political landscape, legal system, and social dynamics that shaped this era of upheaval and transformation. Central to the narrative is the life and career of Sir John Fortescue, a prominent legal scholar and Chief Justice of the King's Bench during the reign of Henry VI. Through Fortescue's experiences and writings, the book explores the complex interplay of power, ambition, and political ideology that characterized the Wars of the Roses. The book challenges traditional interpretations of this period, arguing that the Lancastrian dynasty's downfall was not solely due to Yorkist ambition but rather a consequence of its own misgovernance and failure to uphold the principles of constitutional monarchy. The author sheds light on the erosion of the rule of law, the rise of factionalism, and the devastating impact of private wars on English society. By weaving together biographical details, legal analysis, and historical context, this book offers a compelling and insightful perspective on a pivotal period in English history. It reveals how the struggles and failures of the 15th century laid the groundwork for the emergence of a more centralized and absolute monarchy under the Tudors. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…