Book Description

Drawing on letters, diaries, and other primary sources, Lady Verney provides a vivid and intimate portrait of her family's experiences during the turbulent years of the English Civil War. From the high politics of Cromwell's government to the everyday struggles of a family torn apart by war, these memoirs offer a unique glimpse into a fascinating period of British history. Not to be missed by anyone interested in the seventeenth century or the Verney family in particular. 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.