'An enthralling narrative of the rise and fall of Britain's republican experiment.' DOMINIC SANDBROOK, The Times 'Best History Books of 2024' 'A gripping tale of political and cultural crisis but also one of joy and hopeful innovation, told with eloquence and passion.' MALCOLM GASKILL 'Magisterial, compelling and eye-opening.' SUZANNAH LIPSCOMB Events moved with giddying speed in the 1650s. After the execution of Charles I, 'dangerous' monarchy was abolished and the House of Lords was dismissed, sending shock waves across the kingdom. These revolutionary acts set in motion a decade of...