The History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Death of George the Second: In Sixteen Volumes, with the Last Corrections and Improvements, Volume 4F. Walker, 1824 - Great Britain |
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Page 244
... Cromwell , formerly a servant of the cardinal's , and who had been raised by him from a very low station , defended his unfor- tunate patron with such spirit , generosity , and courage , as acquired him great honour , and laid the ...
... Cromwell , formerly a servant of the cardinal's , and who had been raised by him from a very low station , defended his unfor- tunate patron with such spirit , generosity , and courage , as acquired him great honour , and laid the ...
Page 267
... Cromwell now secretary of state , who highly loved and esteemed More , entreated him to lay aside his scruples ; and their friendly importunity seemed to weigh more with him than all the penalties attending his refusal.75 He persisted ...
... Cromwell now secretary of state , who highly loved and esteemed More , entreated him to lay aside his scruples ; and their friendly importunity seemed to weigh more with him than all the penalties attending his refusal.75 He persisted ...
Page 276
... Cromwell , who was created secretary of state , and who was daily advancing in the king's confidence , had embraced the same views ; and as he was a man of prudence and abilities , he was able , very effectually , though in a covert ...
... Cromwell , who was created secretary of state , and who was daily advancing in the king's confidence , had embraced the same views ; and as he was a man of prudence and abilities , he was able , very effectually , though in a covert ...
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