Defining a British State
| Author | : L. Steffen |
| Publisher | : Springer |
| Total Pages | : 256 |
| Release | : 2001-05-04 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780230513754 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0230513751 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (51 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Defining a British State by : L. Steffen
Download or read book Defining a British State written by L. Steffen and published by Springer. This book was released on 2001-05-04 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the formation of the British state and national identity from 1603-1820 by examining the definitions of sovereignty and allegiance presented in treason trials. The king's person remained central to national identity and the state until republican challenges forced prosecutors in treason trials to innovate and redefine sovereign authority.
