""Oliver Cromwell: A Dictator's Tragedy"" by Mary Taylor Blauvelt is a historical biography that delves into the life of one of England's most controversial figures. Oliver Cromwell was a military leader, politician, and eventually the Lord Protector of England during the mid-17th century. Blauvelt explores Cromwell's rise to power, his role in the English Civil War, and his impact on English society.The book begins with an overview of Cromwell's early years, including his upbringing and education. Blauvelt then delves into ...
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""Oliver Cromwell: A Dictator's Tragedy"" by Mary Taylor Blauvelt is a historical biography that delves into the life of one of England's most controversial figures. Oliver Cromwell was a military leader, politician, and eventually the Lord Protector of England during the mid-17th century. Blauvelt explores Cromwell's rise to power, his role in the English Civil War, and his impact on English society.The book begins with an overview of Cromwell's early years, including his upbringing and education. Blauvelt then delves into his military career, including his role in the English Civil War, where he played a key role in the victory of the Parliamentarians over the Royalists. She also examines Cromwell's political career, including his time as a member of Parliament and his eventual ascension to the position of Lord Protector.Blauvelt's book also explores the darker side of Cromwell's rule, including his suppression of dissent and his treatment of the Irish population. She examines the controversies surrounding Cromwell's legacy, including his reputation as a dictator and his impact on English society.Overall, ""Oliver Cromwell: A Dictator's Tragedy"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a nuanced look at one of England's most complex historical figures. Blauvelt's writing is clear and accessible, making this book an excellent choice for anyone interested in English history or the life of Oliver Cromwell.This is a new release of the original 1937 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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