England's fortress: new perspectives on Thomas, 3rd Lord Fairfax

Overshadowed in the popular imagination by the figure of Oliver Cromwell, historians are increasingly coming to recognise the importance of Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron, in shaping the momentous events of mid-17th-century Britain.

As both a military and political figure he played a central role in first defeating Charles I and then later supporting the restoration of his son in 1660.

This book shines new light on this significant yet surprisingly understudied figure through a selection of essays addressing a wide range of topics, from military history to poetry.