This well-rounded study of Oliver Cromwell does equal justice to the public and private lives, political career, military abilities and passionate religiosity of a key figure in British History.Ian Gentles synthesizes much recent research into Cromwell’s life, including his activity as a lay preacher, his patronage of the arts, and promotion of horse breeding. With analysis of fresh findings on Cromwell’s pay as a soldier, his personal enrichment as general and lord protector, his little-known erotic side, and his generosity in the cause of international Protestantism, Gentles offers a truly comprehensive study of a central player in the English Civil War.Building on the strong foundations laid by the 1st edition, Oliver Cromwell has been updated to include:-Expanded material on the Cromwellian conquest of Ireland and its aftermath-Enhanced coverage of the Protectorate-An updated conclusion with fresh analysis of Cromwell’s legacy-A new timeline and family treeIdeal for students and general readers alike, this is an essential and stimulating introduction to all aspects of the life of Oliver Cromwell.

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Utgivningsdatum:2025-02-20
Mått:155 x 234 x 20 mm
Vikt:570 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:British History in Perspective
Antal sidor:272
Upplaga:2
Förlag:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
ISBN:9781350375871

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Ian Gentles is Distinguished Professor of History and Global Studies at Tyndale University, Canada.

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This is the best succinct study of Cromwell available, covering all aspects of his career in a manner not attempted by other current historians, and showing great erudition and common sense at every point.

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List of IllustrationsForeword1. The Unknown Oliver2. Parliamentary Extremist3. Apprenticeship to War4. The Army New Modelled5. War by Other Means, 1646-486. Revolution, Regicide, Republic7. Twice-born Oliver8. The Levellers and Ireland9. Dunbar to Worcester: the Crowning Mercy10. A Greedy Puritan? Oliver Cromwell and Money11. Our Chief of Men12. King in All but Name? Lord Protector 1654-5813. Horse Breeder and Patron of the Arts? Poetry, Painting, Performance and Political Thought under the Protectorate14. Quietus: Death, Funeral, LegacyNotesFurther ReadingIndex