Written by one of the world's leading historians of 17th century England, this collection of essays, many biographical in nature, recreates the experience of the 17th century English revolution at the local level. The actions and responses of ordinary individuals in Northeast England cast valuable light on the nature and impact of the Revolution.

Written by one of the world's leading historians of 17th century England, this collection of essays, many biographical in nature, recreates the experience of the 17th century English revolution at the local level. The actions and responses of ordinary individuals in Northeast England cast valuable light on the nature and impact of the Revolution.