Image of King
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The Image of a King
Charles I's obsession with kingship played an important role in his political career, motivating him to take liberties in spending and policy that he believed were granted to him by the title of king. The period of the Personal Rule contributed to Charles' already lofty image of himself: little to no opposition existed among his councilmen who feared a loss of favor with the King; Archbishop Laud supported the return …
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…actions from anyone enhanced Charles' vision of the absolute power of the monarchy, leading him to more and more despotic actions. Tensions rose throughout Parliament and people, and the image of a king eventually led the country into civil war. Works Cited Sharpe, Kevin. The Personal Rule of Charles I. London: Yale University Press, 1992. Quintrell, Brian. Charles I: 1625-1640. London: Longman Group UK Limited, 1993. Hirst, Derek. England in Conflict. London: Arnold, 1999. Revolutionary England 1640-1660. Handout.
…actions from anyone enhanced Charles' vision of the absolute power of the monarchy, leading him to more and more despotic actions. Tensions rose throughout Parliament and people, and the image of a king eventually led the country into civil war. Works Cited Sharpe, Kevin. The Personal Rule of Charles I. London: Yale University Press, 1992. Quintrell, Brian. Charles I: 1625-1640. London: Longman Group UK Limited, 1993. Hirst, Derek. England in Conflict. London: Arnold, 1999. Revolutionary England 1640-1660. Handout.
