Critical, Historical, and Miscellaneous Essays; Vol. 6 by Macaulay
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| Author | Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1859 |
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| Editor | Whipple, Edwin Percy, 1819-1886 |
| Title |
Critical, Historical, and Miscellaneous Essays; Vol. 6 With a Memoir and Index |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Critical_and_Historical_Essays_(Macaulay) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Critical, Historical, and Miscellaneous Essays; Vol. 6" by Lord Macaulay is a collection of essays written in the mid-19th century. This volume focuses specifically on historical and political themes, likely derived from the events of the 18th century, particularly concerning the reign of George III and figures like Lord Chatham and various political parties of that era. Macaulay's work is rich in analysis and commentary, providing readers with insights into British history and governance. The opening of this volume resumes an analysis of the political life of Lord Chatham, emphasizing the political landscapes of England during the reign of George II through to the accession of George III. It explores the dynamics between the Whig and Tory parties, discussing a political landscape marked by helplessness and division before highlighting the shift that occurred upon George III's rise to the throne. Macaulay intricately weaves narratives about personalities and their ambitions, detailing the complexities of governance and public sentiment during these transformative years, all of which sets the stage for further exploration of the political tides faced by the nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History |
| Subject | English literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55906 |
| Release Date | Nov 6, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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