Robert Ferguson, The Plotter: Or The Secret Of The Rye-House Conspiracy And The Story Of A Strange Career (1887) - Tapa blanda

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Robert Ferguson, The Plotter: Or The Secret Of The Rye-House Conspiracy And The Story Of A Strange Career (1887) is a historical book written by James Ferguson. The book is based on the true story of Robert Ferguson, a Scottish political agitator who played a key role in the Rye-House Plot of 1683. The Rye-House Plot was a failed assassination attempt on King Charles II and his brother James, Duke of York, which aimed to replace them with a Protestant monarch.The book provides a detailed account of the Rye-House Plot, including the planning and execution of the conspiracy, as well as the subsequent trials and executions of its participants. It also explores the life of Robert Ferguson, who was a controversial figure in his time and was accused of being a double agent working for both the English and Scottish governments.The book delves into the political and religious tensions of the time, with a focus on the struggle between the Protestant and Catholic factions in England. It also provides insight into the role of political propaganda and manipulation in shaping public opinion and influencing political events.Overall, Robert Ferguson, The Plotter: Or The Secret Of The Rye-House Conspiracy And The Story Of A Strange Career (1887) is a fascinating historical account of a little-known chapter in English history, and an exploration of the complex political and social forces at play during the late 17th century.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.

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