The Dukes Of Buckingham: Playboys Of The Stuart World
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ISBN10: 1163178314
ISBN13: 9781163178317
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781163178317
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Dukes of Buckingham: Playboys of the Stuart World is a non-fiction book written by Robert P. Tristram Coffin. The book is a historical account of the lives of the dukes of Buckingham, who were prominent figures in the Stuart era of English history. The book explores the lives of the dukes of Buckingham, their political and social influence, and their notoriety as playboys and scandalous figures of their time.The book begins by introducing the first duke of Buckingham, George Villiers, who rose to power as a favorite of King James I. Coffin explores the relationship between Villiers and the king, and how Villiers used his influence to gain power and wealth. The book then follows the lives of subsequent dukes of Buckingham, including the infamous George Villiers, the second duke, who was known for his extravagant lifestyle and numerous affairs.Throughout the book, Coffin explores the political and social climate of the Stuart era, and how the dukes of Buckingham played a role in shaping it. He also delves into the personal lives of the dukes, including their relationships with women and their reputations as playboys and scandalous figures.Overall, The Dukes of Buckingham: Playboys of the Stuart World is a fascinating look at a group of influential and controversial figures in English history. Coffin's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Stuart era or the lives of the dukes of Buckingham.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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