Cavalier and Puritan is a unique glimpse into the world of 17th century England, as seen through the eyes of Sir Richard Newdigate, a member of the landed gentry and a prominent Royalist. Compiled from his personal papers, diary entries, and letters, the book offers a detailed account of political and social life during the reigns of Charles II and James II. Newdigate's experiences as a member of Parliament, a courtier, and a friend of some of the leading figures of the day provide fascinating insights into the politics, culture, and daily life of Restoration England. 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.