A Brief History of Britain 1485-1660: Brief Histories
From the death of Richard III on Bosworth Field in 1485 to the execution of Charles I, after the Civil Wars of 1642-48, England was transformed by two Dynasties. Firstly the Tudors, who won the crown on the battlefield and changed both the nature of kingship but also the nation itself. England became a Protestant
From the death of Richard III on Bosworth Field in 1485 to the execution of Charles I, after the Civil Wars of 1642-48, England was transformed by two Dynasties. Firstly the Tudors, who won the crown on the battlefield and changed both the nature of kingship but also the nation itself. England became a Protestant nation and began to establishment itself as a trading power; facing down impossible odds it defeated its enemies on land and sea. Yet after a century Elizabeth I died with no heir and the crown was passed to the Stuarts, who were keen to remould the kingdom in their own image.
Leading Historian, Ronald Hutton brilliantly recreates the political landscape over this early modern period and shows how the modern nation was forged in these anxious, transformative years. Combining skilful pen portraits of the leading figures, culture, economics and accounts of everyday life, he reveals insights in this key era in our nation’s story.
This the second book in the four volume Brief History of Britain which brings together some of the leading historians to tell our nation’s story from the Norman Conquest of 1066 to the present-day. Combining the latest research with accessible and entertaining story telling, it is the ideal introduction for students and general readers.
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Excellent Overview This is an excellent overview of the Tudors and Stuarts (to 1660) by one of the leading historians of the period who is Professor of History at Bristol University. It is not just about the ‘Kings and Queens’, but covers government, religion and society as well, plus useful comments throughout the text on the relevant historiography. There is also a comprehensive ‘further reading’ addendum. Highly recommended.
I’m glad I chose this. It’s useful to have this on Kindle so that I can locate references that I can’t be bothered to bookmark when listening to it on Audible. It summarises conflicting historical opinions on various controversies and events and indicates where to find them – very useful, and entertaining too.
Need a good grounding on The History of Britain I am currently working my way through this 2nd volume and it has continued with the same format and excellent delivery of The Brief History of Britain. I can really recommend this series.