Defining a british state: treason and national identity, 1608-1820
Auteur :
Steffen, L.
Éditeur :
Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN :
9781349424481
Date de publication :
1 janv. 2001
Dimensions :
21,6 x 14,0 cm
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
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.