The History of England From the Restoration to the Death of William III (1660-1702)

Book excerpt: This comprehensive history of England covers the tumultuous period from the Restoration of the monarchy in the mid-17th century to the death of William III in 1702. Lodge skillfully recounts the political and social developments of the era, including its major wars, religious conflicts, and cultural achievements. With its engaging prose and insightful analysis, The History of England offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal era in British history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.