An engrossing history of Charles I (1600-1649), also known as the White King, and the age he lived in. His reign was punctuated by religious conflicts; he was later tried, convicted, and executed for high treason. The author examines Charles the Firsts life, but also the culture of England at the timeincluding the eras customs, manners, art, and literature.

William Henry Davenport Adams (18281891) was an English writer, editor, and translator. He began his writing career as a young man, publishing nearly 140 booksincluding geographical, historical, juvenile, and religious works. His son, William Davenport Adams, publishedA Dictionary of English Literature.