This book explores the life of Charles I and explains how the Civil War started and what it was all about. It describes the battles fought between the Roundheads and the Cavaliers, the role of Oliver Cromwell and the events leading up to the execution of Charles. It also takes a look at the everyday lives of people during this fascinating period, including witches and crazy preachers. Written in the lively style common to this series, with black line illustrations throughout.

 

This book is part of a book series called What They Don'T Tell You .

There are 128 pages in this book. This book was published 2001 by Hachette Children's Group .

Bob Fowke has written many titles in the 'What They Don't Tell You About' series and always produces interesting text and lively, humorous illustrations. As well as author of the 'Who? What? When?' series, he is also the writer of 'Who's Who in British History'.