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'Civil War: The History of England Volume 3' by Peter Ackroyd delves into the turbulent 17th century in England, focusing on the struggles and conflicts during the reigns of the Stuart monarchs. The author explores the political, religious, and social dynamics of the time, highlighting the power struggles between the kings and parliament, the impact of economic progress on English society, and the significant events such as the Civil War and the Glorious Revolution. Ackroyd's writing style combines informative historical accounts with entertaining storytelling, offering a detailed narrative of the period.
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'Quicksilver' by Neal Stephenson is a hefty historical fiction novel set in the 17th and 18th centuries, focusing on the birth of scientific and financial modernity. The book follows various characters, including Daniel Waterhouse, as they navigate through significant historical events like the Glorious Revolution, the Royal Society, and the interactions between famous figures like Isaac Newton and Robert Hooke. The writing style blends elements of science, history, and humor, creating a rich and immersive reading experience that delves into the complexities of the era.
ENOCH ROUNDS THE CORNER JUST as the executioner raises the noose above the woman’s head. The crowd on the Common stop praying and sobbing for just as long as Jack Ketch stands there, elbows locked, fo... - #3
'The Counter-Revolution of 1776: Slave Resistance and the Origins of the United States of America' by Gerald Horne delves into the critical and paramount role of race, class, and the oppressive system in the birth of America, shedding light on the hidden truths behind the American Revolution. Through meticulous research and cogent observations, the author unveils how greed, chaos, and the counter-revolutionary spirit have driven historical events, exposing the hypocrisy of the Founding Fathers and the dark legacy of slavery that shaped the nation. Horne's narrative not only challenges the traditional founding myths but also highlights the intelligence, resourcefulness, and rebellious nature of enslaved individuals who played a significant role in shaping American history.
I had been working on the book at hand for some time and had traveled extensively. However, building renovations had prevented my access to the New York Historical Society in Manhattan until my tardy ... 'The Glorious Cause: The American Revolution, 1763-1789' by Robert Middlekauff provides an extensive recounting of the Founding of America, focusing more on politics and political theory than people and events. The book covers the American Revolution from the end of the French and Indian War to the ratification of the Constitution. Despite some issues like illegible maps and slow pacing, the book offers a scholarly overview of the Revolution, highlighting the evolution of ideas and the political discourse during that period.
“The use of travelling,” Doctor Johnson wrote Mrs. Thrale, “is to regulate imagination by reality, and instead of thinking how things may be, to see them as they are.” Johnson spoke for the age in thi...