Between 1641 and 1649 Charles I experienced either civil war or insurrection in his three kingdoms. These events also triggered a revolution in the English press world the advent of the first weekly newsbooks to communicate domestic occurrences. While conflict between king and parliament in England created an unprecedented demand for news for much of this time, it was the Irish rebellion of 1641 that was the catalyst in the birth and continued popularity of these publications. This book examines how these serials reported ...
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Between 1641 and 1649 Charles I experienced either civil war or insurrection in his three kingdoms. These events also triggered a revolution in the English press world the advent of the first weekly newsbooks to communicate domestic occurrences. While conflict between king and parliament in England created an unprecedented demand for news for much of this time, it was the Irish rebellion of 1641 that was the catalyst in the birth and continued popularity of these publications. This book examines how these serials reported the insurrection to their readers, and how all parties in England used news from Ireland in a paper war that accompanied armed hostilities.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 600grams, ISBN: 9781851828920.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 1851828923.