First published in 1900, this book by John Morley is a comprehensive biography of Oliver Cromwell, the English general and politician who played a key role in the English Civil War and the establishment of the Commonwealth of England. Morley provides a detailed account of Cromwell's life, from his early years to his rise to the position of Lord Protector of England. Morley also explores Cromwell's political philosophy and his impact on English history. This edition of the book includes a new introduction by historian Blair Worden and is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of England in the 17th century. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.