Oliver Cromwell, an English soldier who later became Lord Protector, restored England to a position of power. This biography is a vivid portrait of Cromwell, who refused to become king—examining his life and times, his battles, the foundation of the protectorate, his parliaments, and more.

Oliver Cromwell, an English soldier who later became Lord Protector, restored England to a position of power. This biography is a vivid portrait of Cromwell, who refused to become king—examining his life and times, his battles, the foundation of the protectorate, his parliaments, and more.

Oliver Cromwell, an English soldier who later became Lord Protector, restored England to a position of power. This biography is a vivid portrait of Cromwell, who refused to become king—examining his life and times, his battles, the foundation of the protectorate, his parliaments, and more.