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Royal Charles: Ruler and Rake

Royal Charles: Ruler and Rake

Loth, David

Hardcover

Biographies GeneralBritish History

ISBN10: 1025504577
ISBN13: 9781025504575
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.57
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Royal Charles: Ruler and Rake is a vivid biographical exploration of one of England's most complex and charismatic monarchs, King Charles II. This work delves into the dual nature of the man known as the Merry Monarch, balancing his sharp political acumen with his legendary personal excesses. The narrative follows Charles from the hardships of his exile following the English Civil War to his triumphant return during the Restoration, a period that reshaped the British monarchy and society.

David Loth examines how Charles II navigated the treacherous waters of 17th-century politics, dealing with religious tensions, the Great Fire of London, and the Great Plague, all while maintaining a court renowned for its wit, art, and scandalous behavior. By contrasting his effectiveness as a statesman with his reputation as a rake, the book provides a nuanced portrait of a leader who managed to preserve the throne during a time of immense upheaval. Readers will find a compelling account of the Stuart era, capturing the spirit of an age caught between the austerity of the Commonwealth and the emerging Enlightenment. This study remains an essential resource for those interested in the intricacies of royal power and the cultural history of the 17th century.

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