Geschichte von England seit der Thronbesteigung Jakob's des Zweiten. Erster…
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About this eBook
| Author | Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1859 |
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| Translator | Beseler, Wilhelm, 1806-1884 |
| Title | Geschichte von England seit der Thronbesteigung Jakob's des Zweiten. Erster Band enthaltend Kapitel 1 und 2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 51.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Geschichte von England seit der Thronbesteigung Jakob's des Zweiten" by Thomas Babington Macaulay is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book provides a comprehensive narrative detailing England's history from the ascension of King James II, exploring significant events, sociopolitical changes, and the evolution of national identity. It addresses the rise and fall of monarchies, the interplay of the monarchy with parliamentary power, and the emergence of civil liberties. At the start of the text, Macaulay outlines his intention to chronicle England's history following the reign of King James II. He sets the stage by reflecting on the tumultuous events that defined England during this era, including the struggles of the Stuart dynasty, the impact of revolution on the monarchy and the people, and the considerable societal transformations that occurred. The opening introduces themes of governance, civil rights, and the complex relationships between rulers and their subjects, indicating that Macaulay will delve deeply into both political history and the social fabric of the nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- James II, 1685-1688 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- William and Mary, 1689-1702 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31530 |
| Release Date | Mar 7, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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