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54. Cromwell and the Protectorate

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Notable books mentioned: Providence Lost by Paul Ley, Cromwell and Ireland, New Perspectives by Martin Bennett

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Providence Lost
Paul Ley

The host mentioned 'Providence Lost' to provide a comprehensive understanding of Oliver Cromwell's complex character and his impact on British hist…

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Cromwell and Ireland, New Perspectives
Martin Bennett

The host mentions the book 'Cromwell and Ireland, New Perspectives' to highlight the ongoing scholarly work regarding Cromwell's military campaigns…

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54. Cromwell and the Protectorate mentions Providence Lost by Paul Ley and Cromwell and Ireland, New Perspectives by Martin Bennett with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Did Oliver Cromwell save Britain from tyranny or was he a killjoy and military dictator? Paul Lay, author of Providence Lost: the Rise and Fall of Cromwell's Protectorate joins Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook to discuss the short-lived British Republic.
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  • Referenced books include Providence Lost by Paul Ley and Cromwell and Ireland, New Perspectives by Martin Bennett.
  • The strongest audience signal points to History enthusiasts and students of British political history and Historians and students of Irish history.

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History enthusiasts and students of British political historyHistorians and students of Irish history

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Best for History enthusiasts and students of British political historyOften cited around Oliver Cromwell's legacy

Paul Ley, author of a fabulous book, Providence Lost, The Rise and Fall of Cromwell's Protectorate, absolutely garlanded with praise.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: History enthusiasts and students of British political history
Key quote: There is no better person to provide us with that guidance than Paul Ley, who is editor of History Today, but also, more saliently for our purposes, author of a fabulous book, Providence Lost, The Rise and Fall of Cromwell's Protectorate, absolutely garlanded with praise.
The host mentioned 'Providence Lost' to provide a comprehensive understanding of Oliver Cromwell's complex character and his impact on British history. The book is highlighted as an essential resource for exploring the ambiguities of Cromwell's life and the political landscape of his time.
ASIN: B089DLW57W
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Cromwell and Ireland, New Perspectives cover
Best for Historians and students of Irish historyOften cited around Cromwell's actions in Ireland

A very good new book edited by Martin Bennett, which is just about as up to date as scholarship goes with both British and Irish historians.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Historians and students of Irish history
Key quote: I would recommend, and I think there is still a great deal of work going on for this entire campaign and the settlement too, is there's a very good new book edited by, among others, Martin Bennett, called Cromwell and Ireland, New Perspectives.
The host mentions the book 'Cromwell and Ireland, New Perspectives' to highlight the ongoing scholarly work regarding Cromwell's military campaigns and their impact on Ireland. This book is noted for its up-to-date scholarship from both British and Irish historians, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of this historical period.
ASIN: 1789622379
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