The Post-Reformation

The 17th century was a dynamic period characterized by huge political and social changes, including the Civil War, the execution of Charles I, the Commonwealth and the Restoration. This book looks at both the private aspects of human beliefs and practices and also institutional religion, investigating the growing competition between rival versions of Christianity and the growing expectation that individuals should be allowed to worship as they saw fit.

Introduction: The Post-Reformation 1. England, Ireland and Scotland in 1603 Part 1: Religion and Politics 2. James I (1603-25) 3. Charles I (1625-38) 4. Civil War and Revolution (1638-49) 5. The Commonwealth and Protectorate (1649-60) 6. Charles II (1660-85) 7. James II, Revolution and Toleration (1685-9) 8. William III and Anne (1689-1714) Part 2: Religion and Society 9. The Evidence of Religion 10. Church and Community 11. Church-Going 12. Religion Outside the Church Conclusion: Post-Reformation Britain Bibliography

Autorentext

John Spurr

Zusammenfassung
Investigates the changing role of religion in British life from 600 AD. This book reveals religion as the driving force of events through the reigns of the first Stuarts, the Civil War and execution of Charles I, the Commonwealth and the Restoration, the Popish plot, the Glorious Revolution which kicked James II off the throne, and more.