Diary Of Thomas Burton V4: Member In The Parliaments Of Oliver And Richard Cromwell From 1656 To 1659

By Thomas Burton

Book Overview

The Diary of Thomas Burton V4 is a historical book that provides an in-depth account of the political and social events that took place during the period of 1656 to 1659. The book is written by Thomas Burton, who was a member of the Parliaments of Oliver and Richard Cromwell during this time.The diary is divided into several sections, each covering a specific period of time. It begins with Burton's account of the dissolution of the Rump Parliament and the establishment of the Protectorate under Oliver Cromwell. He then goes on to describe the various political and social issues that were debated and discussed in Parliament during this period.The book also provides a detailed account of the political and military campaigns that were undertaken by the Cromwellian government during this time. This includes the campaigns in Scotland and Ireland, as well as the various diplomatic missions that were undertaken by the government.Throughout the diary, Burton provides his own personal opinions and insights into the events that he witnessed. He also provides detailed descriptions of the various personalities and characters that he encountered during his time in Parliament.Overall, the Diary of Thomas Burton V4 is an important historical document that provides a unique insight into the political and social events of the mid-17th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of this period, as well as for those interested in the workings of parliamentary democracy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432668056
• ISBN13: 9781432668051
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 550 Pages
• Weight: 1.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"