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The History Of England: From The Accession Of James I To The Elevation Of The House Of Hanover (Volume V)

The History Of England: From The Accession Of James I To The Elevation Of The House Of Hanover (Volume V)

Macaulay, Catharine

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Biographies GeneralGenealogy & HeraldryUnited States Politics

ISBN10: 9354481604
ISBN13: 9789354481604
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Mar 15 2021
Pages: 436
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.97 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
When power, conscience, and parliament collide, a kingdom is remade. Power changes everything in England. In Volume V of The History Of England: From The Accession Of James I To The Elevation Of The House Of Hanover, Catharine Macaulay advances her sweeping narrative political history of early modern England, tracing principles and personalities through the upheavals that shaped seventeenth century Britain and the long prelude to 1688. Written in a vigorous, lucid style that still feels modern, this classic English history edition offers a striking Whig interpretation of history, challenging readers to weigh courtly intrigue against popular rights and to reconsider the Stuart monarchy England struggled to contain. One of the earliest women to undertake a grand national history, Macaulay writes with republican conviction and philosophical poise. For students of seventeenth century historiography, the work stands as an essential counterpoint for fans of David Hume, and a rich primary voice for any history students reference collection or university history course text concerned with English civil war politics and the Glorious Revolution background. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Prepared with care for readers and collectors alike, it preserves the spirit of the original while remaining effortless to enjoy today.

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