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About this book
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 tree Ideal 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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Table of contents
- Cover
- Halftitle Page
- Title Page
- Dedication Page
- Contents
- List of Maps and Figures
- List of Abbreviations
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- 1 The unknown Oliver
- 2 Parliamentary extremist
- 3 Apprenticeship to war
- 4 The army new modelled
- 5 War by other means, 1646 to 1648
- 6 Revolution, regicide, republic
- 7 Twice-born Oliver
- 8 Crushing the Levellers and conquering Ireland: the Republic year one
- 9 Dunbar to Worcester: the crowning mercy
- 10 A greedy Puritan? Oliver Cromwell and money
- 11 Our chief of men
- 12 King in all but name? Lord Protector 1654 to 1658
- 13 Horse breeder and patron of the arts? Poetry, painting, performance and political thought under the Protectorate
- 14 Quietus: death, funeral, legacy
- Notes
- Further Reading
- Index
- Imprint