Charles II The Star King
Charles II The Star King by Clare Jackson, published by National Geographic Books on April 26, 2016, is a 240-page exploration of one of Britain’s most recognizable monarchs. This edition delves into the life of Charles II, highlighting his complex personality shaped by his father’s execution and his years in exile. The narrative captures significant events during his reign, including the Civil Wars, the Great Plague, the Fire of London, and conflicts with the Dutch.
Readers will find a detailed biography that presents Charles II as a ruler marked by a blend of lasciviousness, cynicism, and luxury. The book examines the historical context of the Stuart Era, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs faced by the king. With a focus on both personal and national history, this work provides a comprehensive look at the life of a monarch who navigated tumultuous times in Great Britain and Europe.
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Charles II has always been one of the most instantly recognisable British kings – both in his physical appearance, disseminated through endless portraits, prints and pub signs, and in his complicated mix of lasciviousness, cynicism and luxury. His father’s execution and his own many years of exile made him a guarded, curious, unusually self-conscious ruler. He lived through some of the most striking events in the national history – from the Civil Wars to the Great Plague, from the Fire of London to the wars with the Dutch.
Clare Jackson’s marvellous book takes full advantage of its irrepressible subject.
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