Publisher's Synopsis
This book explains how an English parliament came to execute its king in this gripping narrative of the Civil War. While the great battles and debates are viewed through the actions and words of the key players - Charles I, Archbishop Laud, John Pym and Cromwell - the voices of ordinary men and women speak out in the written sources accompanying each chapter.;Part of the "How It Was" history series, this book is illustrated throughout, bringing to life one of the most dramatic periods of English history. Each chapter introduces and develops a theme and provides a variety of further activities, with "can you remember, "check your understanding" and "things to do" sections.
