James II and the Trial of the Seven Bishops

Gibson, W.

The trial of the seven bishops in 1688 was a signifcant prelude to the Glorious Revolution, as popular support for the bishops led to a widespread welcome for William of Orange's invasion. Their prosecution showed James II at his most intolerant, and threatened the only institution for which most English people felt more loyalty than the monarchy.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2009-01-30

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9780230204003

DOI: 10.1057/9780230233782

Dimensions: 229cm x152cm

Pages: 251