London in the Jacobite times, Volume I

Name: London in the Jacobite times, Volume I
Author: Dr. Doran

The narrative surveys London society and politics during the Jacobite era, tracing public responses to a disputed succession, ceremonial proclamations, and partisan rivalry. It gathers contemporaneous anecdotes, sermons, pamphlets, stage incidents, and official proceedings to illustrate street demonstrations, political clubs, libel and satire, military and legal manoeuvres, arrests and trials, and prison life. Chapters move chronologically through outbreaks of rioting, plot investigations, and popular entertainments, showing how church, court, and newspapers shaped opinion. The result is a portrait of an urban capital simmering with factional tension, ritual spectacle, and everyday reactions to national crisis.

By Dr. Doran

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Dr. Doran

Dr. Doran was a notable English author and biographer, recognized for his contributions to the literary landscape of the 19th century. He is best known for his extensive work "Their Majesties' Servants," a three-volume series that chronicles the history of the English stage and its performers. Doran's writings often reflect his keen interest in theatrical history and the social dynamics of his time. His other significant works include "Lives of the Queens of England of the House of Hanover" and "In and About Drury Lane," which further showcase his expertise in biography and cultural commentary. Through his detailed narratives, Doran has left a lasting impact on the understanding of English theater and royal history.