This detailed historical account examines the role of Somerset in the preparations for the Spanish Armada, one of the most significant events in English history. Drawing on primary sources and archival records, Green offers new insights into the military strategies, diplomatic negotiations, and social tensions that shaped this pivotal moment.
Historian Emanuel Green takes a fascinating look at the little-known history of Somersetshire and the siege of Taunton during the English Civil War. Drawing from a wealth of primary sources, Green provides a vivid and compelling account of one of the most dramatic events in English history.
If you have an interest in the history and literature of Somerset, then this book is a must-have resource. The comprehensive catalogue of books, pamphlets, single sheets, and broadsides provides a valuable insight into the cultural history of this fascinating English county.
This volume collects the Feet of Fines documents for Somerset County, England, which record transactions involving land from the 13th to the 17th centuries. It includes detailed descriptions of properties, as well as the names of the parties involved in each transaction.
This historical account chronicles the events surrounding the arrival of William of Orange to England in the late 17th century, as he sought to claim the throne from James II. Through detailed descriptions of local events in Somerset, readers will gain a fascinating insight into the political and social climate of the time.