Remembering the English Civil Wars

Remembering the English Civil Wars is the first collection of essays to explore how the bloody struggle between the supporters of king and parliament during the 1640s was viewed in retrospect. The essays provide a clear and accessible introduction to this fast-developing field of study, bringing together the voices of a diverse group of scholars. They demonstrate how the people of England and Wales continued to be haunted by the ghosts of the mid-century conflict throughout the decades which followed, making the book essential reading for all students of the English Civil Wars, Stuart Britain, and the history of memory.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 206 pages
\n Publication date: 18 October 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Remembering the English Civil Wars is a groundbreaking collection of essays that delves into the complex and multifaceted ways in which the bloody struggle between the supporters of King and Parliament during the 1640s has been viewed in retrospect. These essays, assembled by a diverse group of scholars at the forefront of this field, offer a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the study of civil war memory.

The English Civil Wars, a turbulent period in British history, rank among the most calamitous conflicts ever recorded. Over the past two decades, there has been a remarkable surge of interest in how these wars were remembered by the individuals who lived through them. The essays compiled in this book not only provide a comprehensive overview of this rapidly evolving field of study but also bring together the diverse perspectives of a multitude of scholars actively engaged in its exploration.

Through a comprehensive examination of a wide range of topics, including the memories of elites, popular groups, urban populations, and local communities, as well as the intricate connections between civil war memory, ceremony, material culture, and concepts of space and place, the essays in this volume vividly illustrate how the people of England and Wales continued to be haunted by the echoes of the mid-century conflict throughout the decades that followed.

This book is an indispensable resource for students of the English Civil Wars, Stuart Britain, and the history of memory. Its insights and perspectives will deepen our understanding of this pivotal period in British history and its enduring impact on the collective memory of the nation.

\n Weight: 346g\n
Dimension: 153 x 235 x 17 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367467111\n \n