9781334757334 - The Select Circulating Library, Vol. 1: Containing the Best Popular Literature, Including Memoirs, Biography, Novels, Tales, Travels, Voyages, &C.; 1841 (Classic Re... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed account of the reign and prominent figures of the Stuart dynasty, with keen insight into the personalities of key individuals and the complex political landscape of the times. Beginning with James I, the author uses memoirs, letters, and historical accounts to piece together the story of this era. Special attention is paid to the tension between power and liberty, with the author emphasizing that this tension is central to understanding the reign of James I. This book also examines the social lives of the English court, including the scandalous lives of Charles II and his mistresses and the shifting role of women in society. Compiling a series of fascinating anecdotes and tales, this book brings history to life and reveals the human side of the iconic figures of the Stuart dynasty. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.