Isbn: 9781332931910 - narrative of the attempted escapes of charles the first from carisbrook castle: and of his detention in the isle of wight, from november, 1647, to ... 1648; including the letters of the king to c (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 a fascinating chapter of English history, focusing on the tumultuous period surrounding the imprisonment of King Charles I at Carisbrooke Castle on the Isle of Wight in 1647. The book unravels the intricate political maneuvering and shifting loyalties that characterized the English Civil War, examining the king's attempts to escape from his captors and the machinations of influential figures like Oliver Cromwell and Robert Hammond, the governor of the Isle of Wight. The author expertly weaves together historical accounts, letters, and contemporary pamphlets to provide a rich and detailed narrative of the king's predicament. The book explores themes of political intrigue, the struggle for power, and the complex moral dilemmas faced by those caught in the midst of a civil war. Through the lens of Charles I's imprisonment, the book offers a captivating glimpse into the human drama that played out during a pivotal moment in English history, highlighting the lengths to which both sides were willing to go in pursuit of their objectives. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of the events surrounding the imprisonment of King Charles I, providing valuable insights into the complexities of power, loyalty, and the enduring struggle for control in a nation at war. 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.…