Jib Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 I'm looking for a good history of the English Civil War. Something that isn't too dry and yet covers the events. Perhaps starting with Cromwells rise to power? I know this site has a few Royalists and a couple Roundheads who could lend me a hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doctor syn Posted December 8, 2007 Share Posted December 8, 2007 Cromwell's rise to power came after the ECW...Seriously,it's a bit like asking for one book on the ACW....I would suggest Antonia Fraser's biography "Cromwell:Our chief of Men" or anything by the late Brigadier Peter Young....If you want general military,Haythornthwaite's "The English Civil War:An illustrated military history" is a good starting point. If there's anything you want on specific areas let me know,& I'll search the bookshelves for ideas. Steve(unreconstructed Roundhead) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted December 14, 2007 Share Posted December 14, 2007 As a general overview with a decent writing style, I'd recommend "CAVALIERS AND ROUNDHEADS: THE ENGLISH CIVIL WAR 1642-1649" by Christopher Hibbert. As Steve Said, there are lots of books with lots of viewpoints. My own bookshelf holds about 3 feet of ECW books. Hawkyns Royalist Officer and scurge of the rebels. :angry: Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jib Posted January 1, 2008 Author Share Posted January 1, 2008 Thanks men! I just needed a place to start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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