The Cavaliers Of England - Henry William Herbert - Bog

The Cavaliers of England: Or The Times of the Revolutions of 1642 and 1688 is a historical book written by Henry William Herbert and published in 1852. The book provides a detailed account of the two major revolutions that occurred in England during the 17th century, namely the English Civil War of 1642 and the Glorious Revolution of 1688.The author, Henry William Herbert, was an American writer who had a keen interest in history and literature. In this book, he explores the political, social, and cultural factors that led to these two revolutions and their impact on English society.The first part of the book focuses on the English Civil War, which was fought between the Royalists (Cavaliers) and the Parliamentarians (Roundheads) from 1642 to 1651. Herbert describes the causes of the war, the major battles, and the key figures involved, including King Charles I and Oliver Cromwell.The second part of the book covers the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which saw the overthrow of King James II and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy under William III and Mary II. Herbert examines the political and religious tensions that led to this revolution, as well as its aftermath and legacy.Throughout the book, Herbert provides vivid descriptions of the battles, the political intrigues, and the social and cultural context of these two revolutions. He also offers insights into the personalities and motivations of the key players, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history and politics.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.