{"title":"Stephen Bull","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the works of \u003cem\u003eStephen Bull\u003c\/em\u003e, an acclaimed author and historian renowned for his insightful contributions to the field of History and Military literature. With a particular focus on the nuanced and often complex periods of history, Bull offers readers a fascinating exploration of events that have shaped the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis expertise shines through in books like \u003cem\u003eEnglish Civil War\u003c\/em\u003e, where he unravels the intricate details of this pivotal period in British history. Through comprehensive analysis and engaging narratives, Stephen Bull provides both enthusiasts and scholars with a deeper understanding of historical military conflicts and their broader implications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history buff or a casual reader interested in understanding the intricacies of past battles and wars, Stephen Bull's works promise to deliver a blend of education and entertainment. Explore this collection to journey through time and uncover the stories behind the headlines of yesteryear.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"english-civil-war-by-stephen-bull-9781785217012","title":"English Civil War","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe period of the \u003cem\u003eEnglish Civil War\u003c\/em\u003e began in 1640 and lasted until the restoration of the monarchy some twenty years later. It was a divisive and disruptive episode in English history when loyalties were tested and saw family set against family, brother against brother, and neighbour against neighbour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts causes lay in attitudes towards religion, the authority of the King, and a belief among many that Parliament should have more say in how the country was governed. In time, these tensions grew and escalated into armed conflict that saw the abolition of the monarchy and the House of Lords, the beheading of King Charles I, and the subjugation of the nation under a military protectorate headed by Oliver Cromwell. When the monarchy was finally restored in 1660 and King Charles II returned to the throne, the war was brought to an end, but the untold suffering it had heaped on the ordinary citizens of England continued for years after. It took generations for the scars of the Civil War to heal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish Civil War specialist Stephen Bull opens the \u003cem\u003eEnglish Civil War Operations Manual\u003c\/em\u003e with a chapter outlining the course of the conflict, including accounts of the main battles and notable events in the war; he then reviews the organisation and structure of the two opposing forces, their commanders, and their armies—the Royalists (also known as Cavaliers) and the Parliamentarians (the Roundheads); he goes on to describe their weapons and how they were used—mortar, cannon, musket (matchlock and flintlock), swords, and pike; equipment, uniforms, and armour; battlefield tactics involving musketeers, pikemen, and cavalry, and how they were used; and finally, the aftermath of the Civil War and the insights we can gain today into the period through archaeology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46125130907884,"sku":"9781785217012","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781785217012.jpg?v=1737516537"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/stephen-bull.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}