Life and Letters of Lord Macaulay. Volume 1 by George Otto Trevelyan

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Author Trevelyan, George Otto, 1838-1928
Title Life and Letters of Lord Macaulay. Volume 1
Note Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Martin Adamson, and David Widger
Summary "Life and Letters of Lord Macaulay. Volume 1" by George Otto Trevelyan is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the life of the eminent British historian and statesman, Lord Thomas Babington Macaulay, delving into his family background, early years, and the personal qualities that shaped his contributions to literature and politics. The opening of the biography outlines Trevelyan's intentions for the work, emphasizing the necessity of documenting a figure as influential as Lord Macaulay, whose public persona is often disconnected from his private life. It sets the stage by highlighting Macaulay's family lineage, particularly focusing on his father Zachary Macaulay, whose abolitionist views had a significant impact on his son. The narrative begins to explore Macaulay's early childhood experiences, his literary precocity, and the influences of his upbringing, such as his relationships with notable figures like Hannah More. Overall, this introductory section serves to establish the groundwork for a deeper exploration of Macaulay’s life and the formative experiences that influenced his illustrious career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1859
Subject Authors, English -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject Historians -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject Statesmen -- Great Britain -- Biography
Category Text
EBook-No. 2647
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 10, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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