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CONTENTS.

CHAPTER I.

Cromwell is sick unto death.--Fears and suspicions.--Killing no
Murder.--A memorable storm.--The end of all.--Richard Cromwell
made Protector,--He refuses to shed blood. Disturbance and
dissatisfaction.--Downfall of Richard.--Charles Stuart proclaimed
king.--Rejoicement of the nation.--The king comes into his own.--
Entry into London.--Public joy and festivity.

CHAPTER II.

The story of the king's escape.--He accepts the Covenant, and
lands in Scotland.--Crowned at Scone.--Proclaimed king at
Carlisle.--The battle of Worcester,--Bravery of Charles.--
Disloyalty of the Scottish cavalry.--The Royalists defeated.--
The king's flight.--Seeks refuge in Boscobel Wood. The faithful
Pendrells.--Striving to cross the Severn.--Hiding in an oak
tree.--Sheltered by Master Lane. Sets out with Mistress Lane.--
Perilous escapes.--On the road.--The king is recognised.--
Strange adventures.--His last night in England.

CHAPTER III.

Celebration of the king's return. Those who flocked to