The Civil War
- ISBN-10
- 0853726477
- ISBN-13
- 9780853726470
- Series
- The Civil War
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 32
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1993-09-01
- Publisher
- Pitkin
- Author
- Michael St John Parker
Description
The English Civil War was a great convulsion of political and military violence, which quickly spread to Scotland, Ireland and Wales. This attractive Pitkin Guide looks at the war, how it came about and progressed, its battles, the opposing sides and notable figures in them, and the outcome. A must for all visitors to the UK, and lovers of history. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel.
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