"Cromwell" by G. R. Stirling Taylor is a profound and analytical biography of one of the most polarizing figures in British history. This work examines the life of Oliver Cromwell, the country squire who rose to become the Lord Protector of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Taylor navigates the complexities of the 17th century, providing a detailed look at the religious, political, and military upheavals that defined the era. The narrative explores the pivotal moments of the English Civil War, from Cromwell's leadership of ...
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"Cromwell" by G. R. Stirling Taylor is a profound and analytical biography of one of the most polarizing figures in British history. This work examines the life of Oliver Cromwell, the country squire who rose to become the Lord Protector of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Taylor navigates the complexities of the 17th century, providing a detailed look at the religious, political, and military upheavals that defined the era. The narrative explores the pivotal moments of the English Civil War, from Cromwell's leadership of the New Model Army to the trial and execution of King Charles I. By scrutinizing the motivations behind Cromwell's actions, the author sheds light on the tension between democratic ideals and the necessity of authoritarian rule during a period of national crisis. The book delves into the Puritan spirit that drove Cromwell's convictions and the internal conflicts that plagued the short-lived Commonwealth. Focusing on the character and psychological depth of its subject, "Cromwell" serves as an essential study for readers interested in the transformation of the British state and the enduring legacy of the man who dared to replace a monarchy. Taylor's writing provides a comprehensive understanding of the historical forces that reshaped the English constitution and the modern world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Add this copy of Cromwell to cart. $16.95, very good condition, Sold by Peninsula Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Traverse City, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1928 by Little, Brown & Company.
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Very Good-with no dust jacket. Biorgraphy of Oliver Cromwell within the context of the age in which he lived. The spine is darker than green cloth covers and the spine lettering is dull, but the gilt cover lettering is bright; there is a little wear to the top edge of the spine and a previous owner's bookplate on the front pastedown, else this is a clean, tight and unmarked book with no interior or exterior markings.; B&W Illustrations; 8vo, 8"-9" tall; 333 pages.
Add this copy of Cromwell to cart. $18.00, very good condition, Sold by The Book House - Saint Louis rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from St. Louis, MO, UNITED STATES, published 1938 by Little, Brown, and Company.
Add this copy of Cromwell to cart. $21.42, new condition, Sold by Ingram Customer Returns Center rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from NV, USA, published 2026 by Tradd Street Press.
Add this copy of Cromwell to cart. $24.00, fair condition, Sold by Kubik Fine Books Ltd rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dayton, OH, UNITED STATES, published 1928 by Little, Brown, and Company.
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Fair. 333p. Ex-library. A green cloth hardcover book in good reading condition. Sticker on spine, and stamps and card pocket inside. Otherwise, text clean and binding tight. A biography of Oliver Cromwell, illustrated with occasional black andwhite plates.
Add this copy of Cromwell to cart. $28.12, good condition, Sold by Ground Zero Books, Ltd. rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Silver Spring, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1928 by Little, Brown, and Company.
Add this copy of Cromwell to cart. $31.73, new condition, Sold by Ingram Customer Returns Center rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from NV, USA, published 2026 by Tradd Street Press.
Add this copy of Cromwell to cart. $31.73, new condition, Sold by Ingram Customer Returns Center rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from NV, USA, published 2013 by Literary Licensing, LLC.
Add this copy of Cromwell to cart. $60.57, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Santa Clarita, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2010 by Kessinger Publishing.
Add this copy of Cromwell to cart. $61.07, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Santa Clarita, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2007 by Kessinger Publishing.
