Charles II

""Charles II: Great Lives"" by John Hayward is a biography of the life and reign of King Charles II of England. The book covers the period from his birth in 1630 to his death in 1685, and explores his relationships with his family, his mistresses, and his political allies and enemies. The author delves into the complex political and social landscape of 17th century England, and provides insights into the challenges that Charles faced as he tried to navigate the turbulent waters of the Restoration period. The book also examines Charles' personal life, including his love of the arts, his fondness for gambling, and his struggles with illness. Overall, ""Charles II: Great Lives"" is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of a fascinating historical figure, and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the political and cultural landscape of 17th century England.A Biography Of The Merry Monarch, King Of England, King Of Scots And King Of Ireland From 1649 Until His Death In 1660, With A Chronology Of His Important Life Events.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.