The Cromwellian Protectorate

New Frontiers in History

by Barry Coward

Examines the nature of the first regime ever to have effective control of the British Isles and the impact that it had on England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and on Britain’s international reputation. One of the few stuides to view the period as one of acheivement rather than merely a reactionary regime. Examines the aspirations of the Cromwellian Protectorate and underlines their committemnt to a radical vision, despite the pressures and crises that the regime faced. Examines the international dimension of the rules of Oliver and Richard Cromwell. Containing many key documents of the period and a bibliographical essay, considers A and AS level requirements as well as being valuable to undergraduates and general readers.

Genres: History

256 pages, Paperback

First published October 10, 2002

Reviews

[Luke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent. A very good introduction to the Protectorate Parliaments, the Major General Rule and other factors that come into play - and debunking a few myths along the way, notably on Richard Cromwell and how his fall wasn't inevitable in the slightest. Fleetwood and Desborough to blame, as it happens. Also analysis on the impact of the Protectorate. Very good indeed.