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Henry Bennet, Earl Of Arlington, Secretary Of State To Charles II

Henry Bennet, Earl Of Arlington, Secretary Of State To Charles II

Barbour, Violet

Hardcover

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesGeneral Political Science

ISBN10: 1163529826
ISBN13: 9781163529829
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 318
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Henry Bennet, Earl Of Arlington, Secretary Of State To Charles II by Violet Barbour is a comprehensive biography of the life and career of Henry Bennet, who served as the Secretary of State to King Charles II of England. The book explores Bennet's rise to power, his political and personal relationships, and his role in shaping the political landscape of England during the Restoration period. Through meticulous research and analysis, Barbour provides a detailed account of Bennet's early life, his education, and his entry into politics. She delves into his time as a diplomat, his involvement in the Anglo-Dutch Wars, and his role in the Treaty of Dover, which established an alliance between England and France. The book also examines Bennet's private life, including his marriage to the wealthy and influential Isabella de Nassau and his relationships with other members of the court. Barbour explores the scandals and controversies that surrounded Bennet, including his involvement in the Popish Plot, which accused him of conspiring with Catholics to overthrow the Protestant government. Overall, Henry Bennet, Earl Of Arlington, Secretary Of State To Charles II provides a fascinating insight into the life of a key figure in English politics during the Restoration period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of England, politics, and the monarchy.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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