James VI and I is a new title in the Cambridge Topics in History series. A wide range of sources accompanied by diverse and challenging questions aid student understanding of the period.
Cambridge Topics in History Series
This series delves into pivotal moments and figures that have shaped the course of history. It offers deep insights into the past through meticulously researched topics and clear analyses. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of historical events and their broader contexts. It is an ideal resource for students and anyone seeking in-depth historical knowledge.
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Oliver Cromwell
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Intended primarily for A-level students, this work draws on a wide variety of primary sources to examine what drove Cromwell as a soldier, politician, statesman and religious visionary. The book includes examination-based questions to stretch the student's skills in evaluating historical evidence.