Ashes of London

Everybody learns about the great fire of London at school but this book brings out a lot of detailed information which you may not be aware of.

The political background to the fire is fascinating. In particular, the book references the "Fifth Monarchists". The name comes from the idea that the Babylonian, Persian, Greek and Roman monarchies would be succeeded by the reign of "the great beast" (a term which might apply to numerous other royals in history) and then the fifth monarchy, the kingdom of Jesus. You can see why people living in poverty and dire oppression might find it attractive.

There is also a reference to the significance of 1666 as a number but you will have to read it to find that out.

This is a good read.