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12 Days: Alfred the Great and Pepys' 'Fanatiques'

The Rest Is History

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The Rise and Fall of the Fifth Monarchy Men

This chapter examines the tumultuous era of the 17th century, focusing on the Fifth Monarchy Men and their fervent beliefs during the English Civil Wars. It highlights the consequences of religious zeal leading to violence and societal shifts, while drawing parallels to modern unrest.

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