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Oliver Cromwell was first and foremost an English soldier.
But he was also a statesman of outstanding gifts and a forceful character, becoming Lord Protector of the Republican Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1653 to 1658.
One of the leading generals on the parliamentary side in the English Civil War against King Charles I, he was indispensable in the campaign to the overthrow of the Stuart monarchy.
In his position as Lord Protector, he raised his country's status back to being one of leading European power, something it had not experienced since the death of Queen Elizabeth I.
Cromwell was one of the most remarkable rulers in European history; he believed deeply in the value of religious toleration.
At the same time his victories at home and abroad helped to enlarge and sustain a Puritan attitude of mind, both in Great Britain and in North America which has continued to influence political and social life right up until the present day.
In this historical novel the whole story of Cromwell's dealings with Parliament and the King is played out before you in thrilling excitement and vivid action.
'The Governor of England' is a thrilling historical saga that is perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell.
'Takes you right to the heart of one the greatest stories in English history'. - Robert Foster, best-selling author of 'The Lunar Code'.
Born in 1885, Marjorie Bowen (pseudonym of Margaret Gabrielle Vere Campbell Long) was one of Britain's most prolific authors of the twentieth century. Writing was more than just a hobby: her works were the primary source of financial support for her family. Between 1906 and her death in 1952, Bowen wrote over 150 books, garnering much acclaim for her popular histories and historical and gothic romances. Alongside masterful descriptions and concise, efficient prose, she deftly rendered larger-than-life subjects in the minds of her readers. To this day, aficionados of the genres covet Bowen's work.
Genre: Inspirational
But he was also a statesman of outstanding gifts and a forceful character, becoming Lord Protector of the Republican Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1653 to 1658.
One of the leading generals on the parliamentary side in the English Civil War against King Charles I, he was indispensable in the campaign to the overthrow of the Stuart monarchy.
In his position as Lord Protector, he raised his country's status back to being one of leading European power, something it had not experienced since the death of Queen Elizabeth I.
Cromwell was one of the most remarkable rulers in European history; he believed deeply in the value of religious toleration.
At the same time his victories at home and abroad helped to enlarge and sustain a Puritan attitude of mind, both in Great Britain and in North America which has continued to influence political and social life right up until the present day.
In this historical novel the whole story of Cromwell's dealings with Parliament and the King is played out before you in thrilling excitement and vivid action.
'The Governor of England' is a thrilling historical saga that is perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell.
'Takes you right to the heart of one the greatest stories in English history'. - Robert Foster, best-selling author of 'The Lunar Code'.
Born in 1885, Marjorie Bowen (pseudonym of Margaret Gabrielle Vere Campbell Long) was one of Britain's most prolific authors of the twentieth century. Writing was more than just a hobby: her works were the primary source of financial support for her family. Between 1906 and her death in 1952, Bowen wrote over 150 books, garnering much acclaim for her popular histories and historical and gothic romances. Alongside masterful descriptions and concise, efficient prose, she deftly rendered larger-than-life subjects in the minds of her readers. To this day, aficionados of the genres covet Bowen's work.
Genre: Inspirational
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