A vivid, primary-source account of the late troubles in England, now in accessible English for today’s readers.
Originally written in the 1640s and rendered into English in 1649, this edition presents a contemporary narrative of political and military upheaval in England. It invites readers to follow the clash between Parliament, the army, and the monarchy, with attention to key figures, debates, and turning points of the period. The volume also includes editor’s notes and contextual material that help frame the events and their significance for readers new to the era.
Along with the narrative itself, you’ll encounter excerpts of important correspondence and commentary that illuminate how contemporaries understood and described the crisis. The edition aims to make a complex historical episode more approachable while preserving its original tone and perspective.
- Direct exposure to the sequence of events that shaped the conflict between Parliament and the army
- Reproductions and discussion of significant documents and letters from the period
- Editorial context to help readers grasp the era’s political and social stakes
- A clear, readable translation that preserves historical voice without oversimplifying
Ideal for readers of English Civil War history, primary-source enthusiasts, and anyone interested in how 17th-century crises were described and debated at the time.