Essays and Research Papers on England (Before 1700)

An 8 page paper discussing the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth I to England. Bibliography lists six sources.

An 11 page research paper examining poverty and its growth during the reign of Elizabeth I. England's population nearly doubled during the period between 1520 and 1620. Coupled with an estimated 40% inflation with no appreciable rise in wages, those on the fringe lost living standard ground and their numbers increased dramatically. ...

A short, 5 page overview and discussion of King Henry VIII's life, career, and many marriages. No Bibliography available.

A 5 page paper discussing the different attitudes Marx and Locke had regarding the issue of private property. Bibliography lists three sources.

A 9 page research paper on William III's accession to the throne of England and its affect on the various social classes in England. The writer details religious toleration, the standing army, the Restoration settlement, freedom of thought and speech, and other issues which resulted from the 1688 Revolution. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This is a 5 page comparison of Susan Brigden’s text “New Worlds, Lost Worlds: The Rule of the Tudors 1485-1603” and the film “Elizabeth”. Susan Brigden’s text “New Worlds, Lost Worlds: The Rule of the Tudors 1485-1603” gives a broad historical account of the Tudor era in England during its almost 120 year rule throughout ...

An 8 page paper which examines crime and punishment in 18th century England. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

In three pages this paper contrasts and compares these sisters in terms of their relationship, how both were used for the advancement of their families, their involvements with Henry VIII, and their perceptions of duty. One source is listed in the bibliography.

This 5 page paper uses some information submitted by a student as a springboard for discussion. The leader's achievements and policies are discussed. No bibliography.

This 4 page paper outlines the Navigation Acts of Seventeenth Century Britain which were introduced to protect trade and commerce but were also the cause of international trade disputes. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

12 pages in length. The extent to which French and British domestic, financial and war policymaking during the Nine Years' War between 1688 and 1697 influenced each country's foreign policy and ultimately shaped the international orders in Europe is both grand and far-reaching; that either country was able to draw substantial inference regarding ...

An 8 page paper which examines the importance of Catherine of Aragon and Anne Boleyn in terms of political policy in England. The primary work referred to in this paper is David Starkey’s “Six Wives.” Bibliography lists 1 additional source.

A 4 page research paper that discusses the 17th century as a time of transformation in England. The writer argues that the seventeenth century was a period of rapid change in England, economically, politically and religiously. In his text The Century of Revolution, historian Christopher Hill argues persuasively that this was a period of ...

4 pages in length. America's growing pains were more than apparent in the early eighteen hundreds when the subject of taxing imports became a defining moment in United States history. The Tariff of 1828 sought to keep British wool products from undercutting the New England textile market, a reality that caused American manufacturers ...

This 4 page paper outlines the Navigation Acts of Seventeenth Century Britain which were introduced to protect trade and commerce but were also the cause of international trade disputes. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

12 pages in length. The extent to which French and British domestic, financial and war policymaking during the Nine Years' War between 1688 and 1697 influenced each country's foreign policy and ultimately shaped the international orders in Europe is both grand and far-reaching; that either country was able to draw substantial inference regarding ...

An 8 page paper which examines the importance of Catherine of Aragon and Anne Boleyn in terms of political policy in England. The primary work referred to in this paper is David Starkey’s “Six Wives.” Bibliography lists 1 additional source.

The writer of this 14 page research paper provides an informative informative view on the Stonehenge Temples in England. The description of Stonehenge is inclued, as well as the theories on how this monument came to be. Bibliography included.

A 6 page research paper exploring the elements of medieval feudalism in England. Descriptions of what constituted medieval feudalism, reason for wars, status of women and the decline of the feudal system are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 references.

In this 9 page paper, the writer is concerned with whether or not Feudalism imposed by the 11th century Norman Conquest truly had an impact on politics in England. Issues of ownership, social class, and much more are examined to reach the ultimate conclusion that the impact of Feudalism was a positive one indeed. Bibliography ...

This 8 page paper reviews how feudalism evolved from its original application after the Norman Conquest and the rule of William I. Bibliography lists five sources.

A 4 page research paper that discusses the 17th century as a time of transformation in England. The writer argues that the seventeenth century was a period of rapid change in England, economically, politically and religiously. In his text The Century of Revolution, historian Christopher Hill argues persuasively that this was a period of ...

5 pages in length. Just as fascinating as the mystery that surrounds his murder is the whereabouts of Thomas A Becket's bones. The English saint's death was considered so dramatic that its historical value has withheld the test of time, as well as inspired countless poems, novels, plays and films. Unraveling the mystery around Becket's ...