Post by The Poetic Protégée on Nov 23, 2005 11:34:26 GMT -5
One thing that someone pointed out to me about the Libertine is that the history of the period is not really explained. I didn't notice because I know a lot about it but for those of you who don't, I thought I would provide a bit of background information...it does help if you understand a little bit about what was happening at the time. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask and I will do my best to answer for you. 
What was the Restoration?
The English Restoration began in 1660 when the monarchy was restored with Charles II assuming the throne (he was proclaimed King on my birthday...fun fact for the day ;D). The Restoration commonly refers to the period directly after Charles II becoming King.
Why was the monarchy abolished to start with?
It's all to do with religion and the lack of governing skill shown by Charles I. I could go into a lot of detail (and probably will but I don't want to scare you guys off too soon!) but basically Charles I went up against Parliament, fueled by the desire to be an absoute monarch, and lost. He was beheaded in 1649. A civil war followed.
Why was there such a rush of activity in society during the Restoration?
During the commonwealth (the alternative to the monarchy) puritanism was the order of the day. Theatres were closed, strict rules were enforced. With the monarchy restored these rules were abolished and fun-loving was the order of the day
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What was the Restoration?
The English Restoration began in 1660 when the monarchy was restored with Charles II assuming the throne (he was proclaimed King on my birthday...fun fact for the day ;D). The Restoration commonly refers to the period directly after Charles II becoming King.
Why was the monarchy abolished to start with?
It's all to do with religion and the lack of governing skill shown by Charles I. I could go into a lot of detail (and probably will but I don't want to scare you guys off too soon!) but basically Charles I went up against Parliament, fueled by the desire to be an absoute monarch, and lost. He was beheaded in 1649. A civil war followed.
Why was there such a rush of activity in society during the Restoration?
During the commonwealth (the alternative to the monarchy) puritanism was the order of the day. Theatres were closed, strict rules were enforced. With the monarchy restored these rules were abolished and fun-loving was the order of the day
. 
I didn't write french somewhere, did I? Wouldn't surprise me 
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English Restoration. English. Right. Sorry, I tend to get medieval France and England a bit criss crossed. 
