The political upheaval of the mid-seventeenth century has no parallel in English history.  Other events have changed the occupancy and the powers of the throne, but the conflict of 1640-60 was more dramatic; the monarchy and the House of Lords were abolished, to be replaced by a republic and military rule……
Weidenfeld & Nicholson (Orion Books); 2009. Paperback. Fine condition. Pre-owned. ISBN: 9780753826911