Project Gutenberg 2005-11-18 Public domain in the USA. 174 Drinkwater, John 1882 1937 Oliver Cromwell: A Play Produced by Louise Hope, Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Oliver Cromwell: A Play by John Drinkwater" is a historical drama written in the early 20th century. The play portrays the life and struggles of Oliver Cromwell during the English Civil War, focusing on his rise as a leader amid political turmoil and personal sacrifice. Through a mixture of historical events and personal interactions, the narrative delves into themes of leadership, justice, and the challenges of governance. The play opens in Cromwell's home in Ely, highlighting his familial relationships and the early tensions surrounding his political convictions. As the story unfolds, Cromwell becomes increasingly embroiled in the conflict against King Charles I and the royalist forces, driven by a vision of a just society. Key characters such as John Hampden and Henry Ireton are introduced, showcasing their camaraderie and shared dedication to a cause greater than themselves. The dialogue highlights the moral complexities of leadership and the weight of decisions made under duress. As Cromwell navigates the pressures of revolution and governance, the play culminates in pivotal moments, such as the King's trial and execution, emphasizing the profound impact of Cromwell's actions on England's future. Ultimately, the play serves as both a tribute to Cromwell's legacy and a reflection on the costs of political power. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. en Cromwell, Oliver, 1599-1658 -- Drama PR Text Category: Plays/Films/Dramas Category: History - British 158645 2025-07-07T09:52:16.446172 text/html 156457 2020-12-12T21:56:25 text/html 59270 2025-07-07T09:52:20.071143 application/epub+zip 60292 2025-07-07T09:52:17.076145 application/epub+zip 60292 2025-07-07T09:52:16.750150 application/epub+zip 168074 2025-07-07T09:52:22.134113 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 152425 2025-07-07T09:52:19.720123 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 152521 2022-09-08T09:12:22.025155 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 110118 2025-07-07T09:52:15.531168 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 109960 2020-12-12T21:56:25 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 19203 2025-07-07T09:52:22.268137 application/rdf+xml 35638 2025-07-07T09:52:16.821155 image/jpeg 5174 2025-07-07T09:52:16.786142 image/jpeg 50398 2020-12-12T21:56:25 application/octet-stream application/zip 39897 2020-12-12T21:56:25 application/octet-stream application/zip 51107 2025-07-07T09:52:16.461152 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia