Notebook Of John Northcote: Containing Memoranda Of Proceedings In The House Of Commons During The First Session Of The Long Parliament, 1640

The Notebook of John Northcote is a historical document that provides a detailed account of the proceedings in the House of Commons during the First Session of the Long Parliament in 1640. The notebook was written by John Northcote, a member of Parliament who was present during the debates and discussions that took place during this crucial period in English history.The notebook contains a wealth of information about the political and social climate of the time, including discussions about the role of the monarchy, the power of Parliament, and the rights of the people. It also includes detailed notes on the debates surrounding the impeachment of Thomas Wentworth, the Earl of Strafford, who was accused of treason and executed in 1641.Published in 1877, this book is a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the political and social history of England during the seventeenth century. It provides a firsthand account of the events that shaped the country's future and sheds light on the complex relationships between the monarchy, Parliament, and the people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.