Publisher's Synopsis
""Documents Illustrating The Impeachment Of The Duke Of Buckingham In 1626"" is a historical book written by Samuel R. Gardiner. The book provides a comprehensive account of the events leading to the impeachment of George Villiers, the Duke of Buckingham, in 1626. The Duke was a close advisor to King Charles I and had amassed significant power and influence in the English court. However, his actions and policies had caused widespread dissatisfaction among the Parliament and the public. The book includes primary source documents such as letters, speeches, and official records that shed light on the political climate of the time and the events that led to Buckingham's impeachment. Gardiner's analysis of these documents provides insights into the motivations and perspectives of the key players involved in the impeachment process, including the King, the Parliament, and Buckingham himself. The book also explores the wider historical context of the impeachment, including the tensions between the King and Parliament, the religious and economic issues of the time, and the growing unrest that would eventually lead to the English Civil War. Overall, ""Documents Illustrating The Impeachment Of The Duke Of Buckingham In 1626"" is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the political and social history of early modern England.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.