The Popish Plot

The Popish Plot: A Study In The History Of The Reign Of Charles II is a historical book written by John Pollock. The book focuses on the reign of King Charles II and the infamous Popish Plot that shook England in the late 17th century. The plot was a conspiracy theory that accused Catholics of attempting to assassinate the king and overthrow the government. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the plot, including the religious and political tensions that existed in England at the time. It also explores the key players involved in the plot, including the notorious Titus Oates, who claimed to have uncovered the conspiracy. The book examines the impact of the Popish Plot on English society and politics, including the rise of anti-Catholic sentiment and the persecution of Catholics. Overall, The Popish Plot provides a fascinating insight into a pivotal moment in English history and the complex religious and political dynamics of the time.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.