"Fighting for Liberty, 1685" Topic
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Tango01 | 18 Aug 2020 9:11 p.m. PST |
"The book (The 57th in the series!) follows the usual tried and tested Helion format, starting with the background to the political situation that led to elements of the ‘British' establishment plotting to overthrow the unpopular, despotic and Catholic King James II. This leads neatly into a detailed account of the landings and progress of the rebellions in the West Country and the West of Scotland and the Government's (ie James II's) ruthless response to both. The narrative is richly punctuated with excerpts of contemporary correspondence, and the bumpy courses of both campaigns are allowed to unfold in a readable and engaging way. I was left with thinking that Monmouth and Argyll were very close to success. As I've just said, James' attempts to thwart the rebellion before it even started were draconian to say the least, but clearly unsuccessful in preventing the invasions. The progress of both Monmouth and Argyll's campaigns are explained clearly, as are the various skirmishes and battles. We don't just get a narrative written from the perspective of the main protagonists ( from both sides) but one covering the planning, recruitment and organisation of the armies, the logistics and sense of tension in the country that built up while James' camp struggled to get a grip of the situation. Obviously the book devotes a great deal of space to the events leading up to Sedgemoor and the battle itself, and does so in great detail. The author also devotes an interesting chapter to James' cold blooded and arguably less than judicial retribution against the rebels. Such was life in 1685…"
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takeda333 | 16 Oct 2020 9:03 a.m. PST |
My copy arrived and am beginning the read. Interesting charts at the back with some new info. Maps are well done. Great addition! |
takeda333 | 20 Oct 2020 3:12 a.m. PST |
This book challenges things I thought I knew about this subject and is a definite must. Well done! |
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