The book tells about the execution of King Charles I of England, who was accused of treason by his own subjects and sentenced to death. The book "Казнь короля Карла I" (The Execution of King Charles I) is a historical novel that tells the story of the execution of King Charles I of England, who was accused of treason by his own subjects and sentenced to death in 1649. The novel explores the political and social upheaval of the English Civil War and the trial and execution of the king, providing a detailed account of the events leading up to his death. The plot of the book revolves around the tumultuous period of the English Civil War, which began in 1642 and lasted until 1651. The war was fought between the Royalists, who supported King Charles I, and the Parliamentarians, who opposed him. The conflict was sparked by religious and political differences between the two sides, with the Parliamentarians seeking to limit the power of the monarchy and establish a new form of government. As the war raged on, the situation became increasingly dire for King Charles I, who found himself facing opposition from all sides. He was captured by the Parliamentarians in 1647 and put on trial for treason.

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