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History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 02)

History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 02)

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 In the second chapter of Thomas Babington Macaulay‚s captivating History of England from the Accession of James II, we witness the turbulent restoration of the House of Stuart. The sentiment among the populace shifts dramatically, turning against the Roundheads, the Army, and the Puritans. This chapter delves into the intriguing character of Charles II, exploring his ambitions to seek support from France in his quest for absolute monarchy, mirroring the grandiosity of Louis XIV, the illustrious French Sun King. (Summary by Jim Mowatt)Copyright History & Horror Collections Political Science Politics & Government Science Social Sciences World
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  • 10 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 02) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    10 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 02) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In the second chapter of Thomas Babington Macaulay‚s captivating History of England from the Accession of James II, we witness the turbulent restoration of the House of Stuart. The sentiment among the populace shifts dramatically, turning against the Roundheads, the Army, and the Puritans. This chapter delves into the intriguing character of Charles II, exploring his ambitions to seek support from France in his quest for absolute monarchy, mirroring the grandiosity of Louis XIV, the illustrious French Sun King. (Summary by Jim Mowatt)
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    42 mins
  • 09 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 02) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    09 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 02) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In the second chapter of Thomas Babington Macaulay‚s captivating History of England from the Accession of James II, we witness the turbulent restoration of the House of Stuart. The sentiment among the populace shifts dramatically, turning against the Roundheads, the Army, and the Puritans. This chapter delves into the intriguing character of Charles II, exploring his ambitions to seek support from France in his quest for absolute monarchy, mirroring the grandiosity of Louis XIV, the illustrious French Sun King. (Summary by Jim Mowatt)
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    38 mins
  • 08 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 02) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    08 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 02) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In the second chapter of Thomas Babington Macaulay‚s captivating History of England from the Accession of James II, we witness the turbulent restoration of the House of Stuart. The sentiment among the populace shifts dramatically, turning against the Roundheads, the Army, and the Puritans. This chapter delves into the intriguing character of Charles II, exploring his ambitions to seek support from France in his quest for absolute monarchy, mirroring the grandiosity of Louis XIV, the illustrious French Sun King. (Summary by Jim Mowatt)
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    14 mins
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