Cassell's History of England, Vol. 4 (of 8) by Anonymous
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| Author | Anonymous |
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| Title |
Cassell's History of England, Vol. 4 (of 8) From the Fall of Marlborough to the Peninsular War |
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| Summary | "Cassell's History of England, Vol. 4 (of 8)" by Anonymous is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume continues the detailed narrative of England's history, focusing specifically on the period from the reign of Queen Anne to the early years of George III, leading up to the American Revolution. The book captures the political intrigues, military conflicts, and significant events that shaped England and its relations with other nations during this transformative era. The opening of the text delves into the end of Queen Anne's reign, detailing the political maneuverings involved in the peace negotiations at Utrecht, where Britain and its allies sought to secure their interests against France. The narrative describes the internal conflicts within the government, the changing alliances, and the bitter struggles between Whigs and Tories. It paints a vivid picture of the era's diplomatic challenges, military strategies, and the looming presence of the Pretender, revealing how the alliances formed during this period laid the groundwork for future conflicts and shaping modern England. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55186 |
| Release Date | Jul 24, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jul 25, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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