Dynasty: The Stuarts 1560 - 1807 - Farce, Tumult & Foundation of Democracy

Description: Dynasty: The Stuarts 1560 - 1807 - Farce, Tumult & Foundation of DemocracyHardcover with Dust Jacket In 1630, the ascension of King James IV of Scotland to the English throne, whereupon he became known as James I, finally united Britain under one rule. If that was not enough, his legacy in Western tradition was secured when he commission the standardized translation of the Holy Bible that still bears his names. his descendants, the Stuart dynasty, ruled into the next century, and their family tree includes today's British monarchy. But these accomplishments offer only half the story of King James I, who frequently indulged in same-sex liaisons. The debauchery of James and his court set an example that would color virtually every Stuart monarch to come. Stuart Kings were stabbed in cellars, hacked to death in barns, repeatedly deposed. A common molehill spelled the end for the bold "King Billy." James II of Scotland was killed by his own cannon. Charles I enjoys the dubious distinction of being the only English monarch ever executed. The sexual voracity of Charles II brought the throne scores of illegitimate children. From the serial husbands of Mary Queen of Scots (herself beheaded on the order of her cousin, Elizabeth I) to the eccentric Stuart Cardinal with a taste for young men, go on an irreverent journey through one of the most calamitous dynasties in the history of the English throne. But despite the farce and tumult of the Stuarts, there emerged in the United Kingdom during their reign new thoughts and institutions, including the foundations of a modern democracy. New, never read, in great condition. From a clean, non-smoking home. Pay posted shipping for the item with the highest shipping cost and an additional $.50 for each extra item. And always free shipping for purchases totaling over $35 Questions ??? Contact me INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING done through Ebay’s Global Shipping Program Note: Color may vary some due to monitor settings

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