The 1630s: Interdisciplinary Essays on Culture and Politics in the Caroline Era

This is an exciting collection of essays on the rule of Charles I at a time of fundamental importance to English history. It combines the work of historians with academics from literary studies to provide an interdisciplinary examination of the culture and political life of the decade. The chapters focus on issues in politics, religion, the monarchy and culture, as well as literature and art history. Essays examine everything from the King's correspondence to the role of consort queens at court and opposition to the King in libel, satire and on the stage.

Many historians assert that it was Charles's inept and dangerous policy of 'personal rule' which was responsible for putting the country on the road to civil war. This book will be invaluable for students and lecturers seeking to better understand the causes of the conflict.

Author: Ian Atherton
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Published: 02/28/2013
Pages: 232
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.73lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.49d
ISBN: 9780719071591

About the Author

Ian Atherton is Senior Lecturer in History at the University of Keele

Julie Sanders is Professor of English Literature and Drama at the University of Nottingham