Women, Royalisms and Exiles 1640-1669: Towards Writing the Royalist Diaspora

This book explores how royalist women responded to war, displacement, diaspora, and exile through cultural production in the British Isles and Europe, challenging traditional paradigms and documenting the diverse experiences of these politically conscious women.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 23 March 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This captivating book delves into a diverse array of royalist women's cultural responses to war, displacement, diaspora, and exile, spanning across various geographies of the British Isles and even reaching as far as The Hague and Antwerp on the Continent. Through a rich tapestry of media, it offers a unique documentation of comparative connections between women's cultural production, forms of exile, and political allegiances. By examining the royalist condition as a form of diaspora, the book chronologically charts a series of ruptures, beginning with the initial displacement and dispersal caused by the civil war in the early 1640s and concluding with an exploration of the homecoming of royalist exiles after the restoration in 1660.

As it uncovers the diverse experiences of exile experienced by these politically conscious women, the book challenges conventional paradigms that tend to categorize royalism and exile during this pivotal period in British and European history. It sheds light on how these women crafted contrasting yet interconnected cultural, personal, and political identities, contributing to a more nuanced understanding of this complex era.

Through its comprehensive analysis, this book provides valuable insights into the lives and experiences of royalist women during a time of great upheaval and transformation. It serves as a testament to their resilience, creativity, and unwavering commitment to their political beliefs, even in the face of adversity.

Weight: 334g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030896119
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022