Theodore Roosevelt's classic biographical recounting of the British Lord Protector Oliver Cromwell comes together in this brand-new edition. Roosevelt's treatment on Cromwell discusses his meteoric rise to leadership in a time wrought with political strife.Cromwell's ascension to power reflects one of the first modern political struggles for freedom. Social, religious, and other liberties are at stake within an ever-rising, tyrannical rule of the English Stuart Kings.Through his account as a military leader, Roosevelt analyzes how all the elements came together to enable Cromwell’s rise to power. Power struggles in Parliament, alongside Charles I's cruel despotism, led to an all-out revolt. As the English fought for their freedom, Cromwell emerged as a pivotal figure in creating significant change in the English government.Roosevelt’s historical account brings this story to life in an exciting and passionate style. For any student or enthusiast of English history, this work is an essential read about how the endless push for power exerted on the people does not have to end in tyranny. Instead, it can lead to enduring change in favor of freedom.