Oliver Cromwell

<p><b>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.</b> <p/>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. <p/>Building on the strong foundations laid by the 1st edition Oliver Cromwell has been updated to include: <p/>-Expanded material on the Cromwellian conquest of Ireland and its aftermath<br>-Enhanced coverage of the Protectorate<br>-An updated conclusion with fresh analysis of Cromwell's legacy<br>-A new timeline and family tree <p/>Ideal for students and general readers alike this is an essential and stimulating introduction to all aspects of the life of Oliver Cromwell.</p>