On Both Sides Of The Sea - Elizabeth Rundle Charles - Bog

On Both Sides Of The Sea: A Story Of The Commonwealth And The Restoration (1867) is a historical novel by Elizabeth Rundle Charles. The story is set during the 17th century, a time of great political and social upheaval in England, and follows the lives of two families on opposite sides of the conflict.The first family is the Puritan family of John and Mary Milton, who support the Commonwealth and its leader Oliver Cromwell. The second family is the Royalist family of Sir William and Lady Mary Cavendish, who support the Restoration and the return of the monarchy under King Charles II.As the story unfolds, the two families are drawn into the conflict and their lives become intertwined. John Milton becomes a prominent writer and political figure, while Sir William Cavendish serves in the Royalist army. Mary Milton and Lady Mary Cavendish also play important roles in the story, as they navigate the challenges of living in a society torn apart by political and religious differences.Throughout the novel, Charles explores themes of loyalty, love, and faith, as well as the complex political and social issues of the time. On Both Sides Of The Sea is a richly detailed and engaging historical novel that provides a fascinating insight into a pivotal period in English history.A Sequel To The Draytons And The Davenants.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.