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Empire: World History
The book was highlighted as a fresh, primary‑source‑driven account of the 1745 Jacobite rebellion, and the host referenced it repeatedly while discussing the uprisings. The author’s expertise and enthusiastic perspective on Jacobite history were noted, and the work was presented as a valuable resource for understanding the cause and its key figures. Overall, the episode treated the title as a recommended read for listeners interested in the period.
Episode: 188. Bonnie Prince Charlie: The Young Pretender
It was discussed as a new history of the 45 Rebellion, focusing on the Jacobite cause and their fight to restore the Stuarts to the British throne. The author's expertise and perspective on the topic were highlighted.
I'm a cheerleader for Jacobite history.
So when it comes to the late 17th century, 18th century, Jacobites are the followers of James II of England and Ireland and VII of Scotland, who was removed in the Glorious Revolution as described in 1688.
And Jacobites, because it comes from Jacobus to James, are supporters of his right to rule alongside the senior branch, which is the male branch, which is James Francis Edward Stuart and then his son, Charles Edward Stuart. So this is the line that Jacobites support.
And of course, once the Stuarts, the senior branch are exiled in 1688, they are the kings over the water.
When I wrote my book, the one word that was banned from anything was doomed. And this is how I wrote the book. I wrote the book using primary sources, intelligence, letters going hither and thither.