Publisher's Synopsis
Treason and Plot is a historical account of the struggles for Catholic supremacy during the last years of Queen Elizabeth's reign. Written by Martin Hume, the book delves into the political and religious tensions that existed in England during this period, as Catholics and Protestants fought for control of the country.The book begins by examining the reign of Elizabeth I, and the challenges she faced as a Protestant monarch ruling over a predominantly Catholic country. Hume then explores the various plots and conspiracies that were hatched against Elizabeth, including the Babington Plot and the Gunpowder Plot.Throughout the book, Hume provides a detailed analysis of the key players involved in these plots, including Mary, Queen of Scots, Sir Francis Walsingham, and Robert Cecil. He also examines the broader political and religious context of the time, including the role of the Catholic Church in England and the tensions between England and Spain.Overall, Treason and Plot offers a fascinating insight into a pivotal period in English history, and sheds light on the complex political and religious conflicts that shaped the country's future.1901. Partial Contents: Change in the European situation caused by the defeat of the Armada; Intrigues of the Scottish Catholics with Spain; Appeal to Spain of the Irish Catholics; The condition of the Catholics in England; The conspiracy of Dr. Lopez; The complete separation of the two sections of English Catholics; Mission of Lindsay to Rome; Fears of a Spanish invasion of England; The two sections of English Catholics and the succession; Letters of John Colville; The aspect of the succession question in England; Essex in disgrace; The change in the succession question in consequence of the death of Essex; and Mission of Thomas James to Spain. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
