The Life Of Sir Henry Vane The Younger, With A History Of The Events Of His Time (1905)

The book ""The Life Of Sir Henry Vane The Younger, With A History Of The Events Of His Time"" was written by William W. Ireland and published in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Sir Henry Vane the Younger, who was a prominent figure in English politics during the 17th century. Vane was a Puritan, a supporter of religious freedom, and an advocate for parliamentary democracy. He played a key role in the English Civil War and was a member of Oliver Cromwell's government. However, he fell out of favor with Cromwell and was eventually executed for treason. The book not only covers Vane's life but also provides a detailed history of the events of his time, including the English Civil War, the Commonwealth period, and the Restoration. The author uses primary sources to provide an accurate and engaging account of Vane's life and the political landscape of the era. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in English history, politics, and culture during the 17th century.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.