Synopses & Reviews
The authors examine relations between Crown and Parliment during the Stuart period. Topics include the nature and functions of parliments in the seventeenth century, changes in the balance of power as Parliment appeared first to take the intiative then lose it to resurgent monarchy, and the evolution of Parliment into a permanent institution. Includes a number of case studies to illustrate the issues studied.
Synopsis
This book is part of the Cambridge Perspectives in History series. It examines relations between Crown and parliament in England between the accession of Elizabeth I in 1558 and the revolution of 1688-1689. In this lively account of the period, the authors analyse the changing nature of royal powers and the limitations that were gradually placed upon them. The reasons for the development of a limited monarchy, and the role that individual monarchs' personalities played in bringing this about, are explored through a series of stimulating case studies and primary sources.
Synopsis
An engaging range of period texts and theme books for AS and A Level history.
Table of Contents
Introduction; 1. The position in 1558; 2. Elizabeth I, 1558-1603; 3. James VI and I, 1603-25; 4. Charles I and Oliver Cromwell, 1625-60; 5. Charles II and James VII and II, 1660-88; 6. The position in 1689; Select bibliography; Chronology; Index