Diary of Thomas Burton esq. Member in the Parliaments of Oliver and Richard Cromwell From 1656 to 1659. With an Account of the Parliament of 1654

<p><i>Diary of Thomas Burton esq.</i> offers a rare and detailed glimpse into the inner workings of the English Parliament during the tumultuous years of Oliver and Richard Cromwell's Protectorate. This meticulously edited volume spanning from 1656 to 1659 provides invaluable firsthand accounts from Thomas Burton a Member of Parliament supplemented by the journal of Guibon Goddard concerning the Parliament of 1654.</p><p>Edited and annotated by John Towill Rutt this historical record illuminates the debates decisions and political machinations of a pivotal era in British history. Readers gain insight into the complex dynamics of power the challenges of governance and the personalities that shaped the course of England's transformation. Diary of Thomas Burton stands as a crucial primary source for historians political scientists and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Cromwellian period and its lasting impact.</p><p>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 will 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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p>