Charles Harding Firth: 7 books

The second volume in Charles Harding Firth’s history of the protectorate covers the years 1657 and 1658, examining Oliver Cromwell’s reign and government, his influence at home and abroad, and the social and economic condition of England under his governance. A thoughtful contribution to the history of England.

The Parallel between the English and American Civil Wars Is a lecture on the historic parallels of both civil wars.

Historical parallels are pitfalls for the politician, because history never really repeats itself. One event may resemble another event, one situation another, although there is an interval of scores of years, or perhaps centuries, between them. Yet the conditions under which those events happened can...

Oliver Cromwell’s stewardship restored England to a position of power in Europe not seen since the death of Queen Elizabeth I. This contribution to the history of England—the first of two volumes—examines the years 1656 and 1657 in Cromwell’s government, beginning with the meeting of his second parliament, and including his sphere of influence, and the temper of the times.

First published in 1964

An invaluable resource for any student of military history because of its fascinating detail, this volume is a comprehensive portrait of Oliver Cromwell’s military system and the character of the army he organized. The Cromwellian army borrowed some elements from foreign armies, but had its own peculiarities and in many ways was entirely original.

Oliver Cromwell, an English soldier who later became Lord Protector, restored England to a position of power. This biography is a vivid portrait of Cromwell, who refused to become king—examining his life and times, his battles, the foundation of the protectorate, his parliaments, and more.