The First Duke and Duchess of Newcastle-upon-Tyne

The First Duke and Duchess of Newcastle-upon-Tyne

A Literary Legacy: Unraveling the Lives of English Nobility in 17th Century Newcastle-upon-TyneBy Thomas Longueville
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In "The First Duke and Duchess of Newcastle-upon-Tyne," Thomas Longueville presents a meticulously researched account of the lives, relationships, and social significance of the eminent aristocratic couple, John Holles, the First Duke, and his wife, Margaret Cavendish, the Duchess. The book is characterized by its narrative elegance, combining a biographical approach with social history, thereby situating the couple within the intricate tapestry of 17th-century English society. Longueville's scholarly style is underpinned by a thorough examination of primary sources, including letters and court documents, which illuminate not just their personal lives but also their influence on the cultural and political landscapes of their time. Thomas Longueville, an esteemed historian with a specialized focus on the English nobility, draws from a wealth of experience in archival research and historical interpretation. His passion for exploring the dynamics of power and gender in early modern England has guided him toward this compelling narrative, one that transcends mere biography to comment on the broader societal implications of aristocratic life in a transformative era. This book is essential for anyone interested in British history, aristocracy, or gender studies. Longueville'Äôs engaging prose and insightful analysis breathe life into two pivotal figures whose legacies continue to resonate in contemporary discussions of class and culture. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of their contributions and the evolving role of nobility in society.

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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length8 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
38CHAPTER XIII.
2PREFACE
39CHAPTER XIV.: “W. Marquis of Newcastle to (the Prince of Wales).
3CHAPTER I.
40CHAPTER XV.
4CHAPTER II.
41“The Same to (the Same).
5“Mansfield to the Duke of Buckingham.
42“Elizabeth, Lady Lucas, to the Earl of Newcastle.
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6“William Viscount Mansfield to the Duke of Buckingham.
43CHAPTER XVI.
7“The King to William, Viscount Mansfield.
44“G. Duke of Buckingham to the Marquis of Newcastle.
8“T. Earl of Arundel to Viscount Mansfield at Welbeck.
45“G. Duke of Buckingham to the Marquis of Newcastle.
9“W. Earl of Newcastle to his Wife, the Countess of Newcastle, at Welbeck.
46“Sir Edward Hyde to the Marquis of Newcastle.
10“Henry Bates to the Earl of Newcastle, at Welbeck.
47“Sir Edward Walker, Garter, to the Marquis of Newcastle.
11“Francis, Lord Cottington to the Earl of Newcastle.
48“Robert Deane (the Marquis of Newcastle) to (Viscount Mansfield).
12CHAPTER III.
49“The Same to the Same.
13“W. Earl of Newcastle to Sir Anthony Vandyke.
50“The Same to (the Same).
14“The Earl of Newcastle to the Lord Deputy.[21]
51CHAPTER XVII.
15“The Lord Deputy to the Earl of Newcastle.[22]
52“Francis Topp to the Marquis of Newcastle, at Welbeck.
16“W. Earl of Newcastle to his wife (the Countess of Newcastle).[23]
53“Letter to the Marquis of Newcastle.
17The Same to (the Same).
54“Sir Thomas Osborne to the Marquis of Newcastle, at Welbeck.
18The Same to (the Same).
55“Viscount Mansfield to his father (The Marquis of Newcastle).
19CHAPTER IV.
56“The Marquis of Newcastle.
20“Mr. Secretary Windebank to the Earl of Newcastle.[24]
57“W. Marquis of Newcastle to his Son, Viscount Mansfield, in London.
21“The Earl of Newcastle to Mr. Secretary Windebank.
58“King Charles II. to the Marquis of Newcastle.
22“Charles, Prince of Wales, to His Governor, Lord Newcastle.
59“H. Earl of Ogle.
23“The Earl of Newcastle’s Letter of Instructions to Prince Charles for His Studies, Conduct and Behaviour.[26]
60“E. Countess of Northumberland to the Duke of Newcastle.
24“Sir John Suckling to the Earl of Newcastle.[34]
61“The Earl of Ogle, to his father, the Duke of Newcastle.
25CHAPTER V.
62“The Countess of Ogle to her daughter, Elizabeth.
26CHAPTER VI.
63CHAPTER XVIII.
27“Sir Marmaduke Langdale to Sir William Savile.[44]
64CHAPTER XIX.
28“Sir John Hotham to William Lenthall.[46]
65Act V. Scene I.
29CHAPTER VII.
66“Thomas Hobbes to (the Earl of Newcastle).
30CHAPTER VIII.
67“Thomas Hobbes to (the Earl of Newcastle).
31“Captain John Hotham to the Earl of Newcastle.[61]
68“The Same to the Same, at Welbeck.
32“Captain John Hotham to the Earl of Newcastle.[63]
69CHAPTER XX.
33“An Original, endorsed by Clarendon ‘Sir Hugh Cholmley’s Memorials’.[65]
70CHAPTER XXI.
34CHAPTER IX.
71CHAPTER XXII.
35CHAPTER X.
72APPENDIX.: DESCENDANTS OF NEWCASTLE.
36CHAPTER XI.
73INDEX.
37CHAPTER XII.

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