Books in the Politics, Culture and Society in Early Modern Britain series

Black Bartholomew's Day is the first comprehensive study of the politicised preaching and polemical literature surrounding the mass ejection of Puritan ministers from the Church of England in 1662 - a pivotal event in the history of religion in Britain

Looks at one of the most unpopular and criticised thinkers in the history of political thought, to provide an illuminating and innovative picture of Sir Robert Filmer (1588-1653) and patriarchalism. This thoroughly researched work will appeal to all those interested in early modern politics and ideas.