"With the King at Oxford: A Tale of the Great Rebellion" by Alfred John Church is a historical novel set during the English Civil War, following the journey of Philip Dashwood as he navigates the dangerous world surrounding King Charles I. We learn about Philip's upbringing, including his father's past military service and his own early education in London amidst fire and plague. Destiny leads young Philip to Lincoln College at Oxford, just as the King seeks protection there and the brewing war pulls Philip into a mix of learning and battle.

With the King at Oxford: A Tale of the Great Rebellion
By Alfred John Church
Amidst a kingdom torn by conflict, a young scholar's life transforms as he finds himself caught between loyalty to the crown and the chaos of civil war.
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About the AuthorAlfred John Church was an English classical scholar.
Alfred John Church was an English classical scholar.
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