God's Englishman

Author: Christopher Hill
Publisher: Hachette UK
ISBN: 147461406X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 320

Book Description
The classic, bestselling biography of one of the most controversial figures in British history from 'One of the finest historians of the age' The Times Literary Supplement From Fenland farmer and humble backbencher to stalwart of the good old cause and the New Model Army, Oliver Cromwell became the key figure of the Commonwealth, and ultimately Lord Protector. In this fascinating and insightful biography, Christopher Hill reveals Cromwell's life from his beginnings in Huntingdonshire to his brutal end. Hill brings all his considerable knowledge of the period to bear on the relationships God's Englishman had with God and England, giving an unprecedented insight vital to understanding Cromwell.

God's Englishman

Author: Christopher Hill
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
ISBN: 147461406X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 320

God Is an Englishman

Author: R. Delderfield
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1402227221
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 658

Book Description
From master author R. F. Delderfield, the first in the beloved classic God Is an Englishman series.The first novel in the epic God Is an Englishman series, this book is a stirring saga of England in the 19th century, as the Industrial Revolution takes hold, forever changing the landscape of England and her people. Adam Swann, scion of an army family, returns home in 1858 after service with Her Majesty's army in the Crimea and India, determined to build his fortune in the dog-eat-dog world of Victorian commerce. Swann is soon captivated by Henrietta, the high-spirited daughter of a local mill owner. As Swann works to build his name, he and Henrietta share adventures, reversal, and fortune. A beloved novel by a beloved author, God Is an Englishman is a treasure both for Delderfield fans and the growing legion of fans of historical fiction. "R. F. Delderfield is a born storyteller." Sunday Mirror "A book to get lost in... An epic historical novel artfully contructed." New York Times Book Review "A novel in the grand tradition of Thackery and Dickens." Milwaukee Journal "A delightful bounty of characters fairly jumps from the pages of God Is an Englishman." Columbus Dispatch

God is an Englishman

Author: Ronald Frederick Delderfield
Publisher: CNIB, 197
ISBN: 9780671785185
Category : British
Languages : en
Pages : 816

Book Description
This bestselling novel set in the ruthless world of Victorian commerce follows the fortunes of Adam Swann, a scion of an Army family and veteran of campaigns in the Crimea and in India, in his quest to found his own financial dynasty. His struggle to succeed and his conquest of Henrietta, the spirited daughter of a rich manufacturer, drive a richly woven tale that takes the reader from the dusty plains of India to the teeming slums of nineteenth-century London, from the chaos of the great industrial cities to the age of the peaceful certainties of the English countryside.Filled with epic scenes and memorable characters, God is an Englishman triumphs in its portrayal of human strength and weakness, and in its revelations of the power of love.

God's Middle Finger

Author: Richard Grant
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416534407
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 304

Book Description
A narrative portrait of the Sierra Madre describes the author's numerous journeys into its ungoverned regions, where he consulted with a folk healer and witnessed local violence and lawlessness that eventually threatened his own survival. Original. 75,000 first printing.

God's Englishman

Author: Leland Dewitt Baldwin
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anglo-Saxon race
Languages : en
Pages : 264

Book Description

Oliver Cromwell and the Rule of the Puritans in England

Author: C. H. Firth
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 277

Book Description
In 'Oliver Cromwell and the Rule of the Puritans in England' by C. H. Firth, the book delves into an in-depth analysis of the political and religious landscape during the period of Puritan rule in England. Firth's scholarly work is characterized by meticulous research and a clear, concise writing style that makes the complex historical events easily accessible to readers. The book provides valuable insights into Cromwell's rise to power, the establishment of the Commonwealth, and the impact of Puritan ideals on English society. Firth skillfully blends primary sources with critical analysis to paint a vivid picture of this transformative period in English history. As a renowned historian and expert on 17th-century England, C. H. Firth brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to 'Oliver Cromwell and the Rule of the Puritans in England'. His background in studying political and religious movements of the era provides readers with a nuanced understanding of the motivations and consequences of Cromwell's rule. Firth's dedication to historical accuracy and contextual interpretation shines through in this seminal work. I highly recommend 'Oliver Cromwell and the Rule of the Puritans in England' to anyone interested in delving deeper into the complex history of the English Civil War and the Puritan Commonwealth. Firth's comprehensive analysis and engaging narrative make this book a must-read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.

Tyndale

Author: David Teems
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 1595554149
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 336

Book Description
It was an outlawed book, a text so dangerous “it could only be countered by the most vicious burnings, of books and men and women.” But what book could incite such violence and bloodshed? The year is 1526. It is the age of Henry VIII and his tragic Anne Boleyn, of Martin Luther and Thomas More. The times are treacherous. The Catholic Church controls almost every aspect of English life, including access to the very Word of God. And the church will do anything to keep it that way. Enter William Tyndale, the gifted, courageous “heretic” who dared translate the Word of God into English. He worked in secret, in exile, in peril, always on the move. Neither England nor the English language would ever be the same again. With thoughtful clarity and a reverence that comes through on every page, David Teems shares a story of intrigue and atrocity, betrayal and perseverance. This is how the Reformation officially reached English shores—and what it cost the men who brought it there. Praise for David Teems’ previous work Majestie “Teems . . . pulls together the story of this enigmatic king [ James] with humor and pathos . . . [A] delightful read in every way.” —PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

Luther

Author: Heiko Augustinus Oberman
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 9780300103137
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 404

Book Description
Written by one of the world's greatest authorities on Martin Luther, this is the definitive biography of the central figure of the Protestant Reformation. “A brilliant account of Luther’s evolution as a man, a thinker, and a Christian. . . . Every person interested in Christianity should put this on his or her reading list.”—Lawrence Cunningham, Commonweal “This is the biography of Luther for our time by the world’s foremost authority.”—Steven Ozment, Harvard University “If the world is to gain from Luther it must turn to the real Luther—furious, violent, foul-mouthed, passionately concerned. Him it will find in Oberman’s book, a labour of love.”—G. R. Elton, Journal of Ecclesiastical History

The English Civil Wars

Author: Blair Worden
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
ISBN: 0297857592
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 153

Book Description
A brilliant appraisal of the Civil War and its long-term consequences, by an acclaimed historian. The political upheaval of the mid-seventeenth century has no parallel in English history. Other events have changed the occupancy and the powers of the throne, but the conflict of 1640-60 was more dramatic: the monarchy and the House of Lords were abolished, to be replaced by a republic and military rule. In this wonderfully readable account, Blair Worden explores the events of this period and their origins - the war between King and Parliament, the execution of Charles I, Cromwell's rule and the Restoration - while aiming to reveal something more elusive: the motivations of contemporaries on both sides and the concerns of later generations.