The first detailed study of the destruction caused by the English Civil War to 150 towns and 50villages, 200 country houses, and the more than 50,000 people made homeless by this devastating war. "...a unique contribution to the study of the Civil War".
-- The Local Historian
The author conveys vividly, often through their own words, the feelings of those caught up in the traumatic events of the time, while also presenting a dear narrative and explanation of events. This volume will be of equal value to military, economic and social historians, and others more generally interested in the period.
