Macaulay History Of England 1885. 5 Vol. Belford from Accession Of James II NICE

Description: This is a beautiful complete set of 5 1800s books on the history of England by Macaulay. Thomas Babington Macaulay, 1st Baron Macaulay (1800–1859), was a prominent British historian, writer, and politician. He is best known for his monumental work, "The History of England from the Accession of James II," published between 1848 and 1861. Macaulay was born in Leicestershire, England, and was known for his intellect from a young age. He excelled in his studies at Cambridge University and later embarked on a successful career in law and politics. Macaulay's most significant contribution was his multi-volume history of England, which aimed to provide a detailed account of the country's political, social, and cultural development from the late 17th century to the early 19th century. The work covers various periods and events, including the Glorious Revolution, the reign of Queen Anne, and the impact of the Industrial Revolution. Macaulay's writing style was highly praised for its clarity and vividness. He employed a narrative approach that brought history to life for readers, making it accessible to a broader audience. However, some critics have pointed out that his work may have been influenced by his own political biases and Whig ideology. Apart from his historical writings, Macaulay also contributed to the literary world. He wrote essays, poems, and speeches, many of which are still regarded as important works today. Macaulay's literary and political career earned him a prominent place in Victorian society, and he remains an influential figure in British history and literature. In addition to Macaulay's accomplishments, it is important to note the history of England from the Romans to the death of William. The Roman period in Britain began in 43 AD when the Roman general Aulus Plautius led an invasion. The Romans established control over the island, building cities, roads, and fortifications. Roman rule lasted until the early 5th century when the Roman Empire began to decline, and the Romans withdrew from Britain. Following the Roman departure, the island was invaded by various Germanic tribes, including the Angles, Saxons, and Jutes. They established several independent kingdoms, collectively known as the Heptarchy. The most influential of these kingdoms was Northumbria, Mercia, Wessex, and Kent. In the late 8th century, the Vikings, specifically the Danes, began raiding and eventually settled in parts of England. This Viking period, also known as the Danelaw, led to the creation of Viking-controlled territories alongside the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. The Viking influence started to decline in the 10th century when King Alfred the Great of Wessex successfully defended his kingdom and started to push the Vikings back. Alfred's descendants expanded their control over other kingdoms, leading to the formation of a unified England. In 1066, William the Conqueror, the Duke of Normandy, invaded England and defeated King Harold II at the Battle of Hastings. This marked the beginning of Norman rule in England. William's reign and subsequent Norman monarchs brought significant changes to the country, including the construction of castles, the introduction of Norman-French as the language of the ruling class, and the compilation of the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England's lands and people

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