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History of the English People, Volume V Puritan England, 1603-1660   By: (1837-1883)

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John Richard Green's fifth volume in his series on the history of the English people offers a comprehensive and detailed account of Puritan England from 1603 to 1660. Green expertly navigates the complex religious and political landscape of the time, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the challenges and changes faced by the English people during this period.

Green's writing is engaging and informative, making even the most intricate details of history accessible to readers. He delves into the religious controversies, political upheavals, and social transformations that characterized Puritan England, giving readers a vivid picture of the time and the people who lived through it.

One of the standout features of Green's work is his nuanced portrayal of the key figures of the period, including Oliver Cromwell, Charles I, and Archbishop Laud. He presents these historical figures as complex individuals with their own motivations, strengths, and flaws, rather than one-dimensional caricatures.

Overall, History of the English People, Volume V Puritan England, 1603-1660 is a meticulously researched and compelling account of a pivotal period in English history. Green's thorough examination of Puritan England sheds light on the forces that shaped the nation during this time and provides valuable insights for readers interested in understanding the roots of modern England.

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HISTORY OF THE ENGLISH PEOPLE

by

JOHN RICHARD GREEN, M.A. Honorary Fellow of Jesus College, Oxford

VOLUME V

PURITAN ENGLAND, 1603 1644

London MacMillan and Co., Ltd. New York: MacMillan & Co. 1896

First Edition 1879; Reprinted 1882, 1886, 1891. Eversley Edition, 1896.

CONTENTS

BOOK VI

CHAPTER VII PAGE THE ENGLAND OF SHAKSPERE. 1593 1603 1

BOOK VII

PURITAN ENGLAND. 1603 1660

CHAPTER I

ENGLAND AND PURITANISM. 1603 1660 75

CHAPTER II

THE KING OF SCOTS. 120

CHAPTER III

THE BREAK WITH THE PARLIAMENT. 1603 1611 146

CHAPTER IV

THE FAVOURITES. 1611 1625 183

CHAPTER V

CHARLES I. AND THE PARLIAMENT. 1625 1629 242

CHAPTER VI

THE PERSONAL GOVERNMENT. 1629 1635 272

CHAPTER VII

THE RISING OF THE SCOTS. 1635 1640 315

CHAPTER VIII

THE LONG PARLIAMENT. 1640 1644 344

CHAPTER VII

THE ENGLAND OF SHAKSPERE

1593 1603

[Sidenote: English Literature.]

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