James II and the Trial of the Seven Bishops

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Author	: W. Gibson
Publisher	: Springer
Total Pages	: 261
Release	: 2009-01-30
ISBN-10	: 9780230233782
ISBN-13	: 0230233783
Rating	: 4/5 (82 Downloads)

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Book Synopsis James II and the Trial of the Seven Bishops by : W. Gibson

Book excerpt: 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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