History of England since the Accession of James the Second. First Volume

Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

Rating 4.1
Word count
621K words
Chapters
63

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English Originals World History Historical MasterpieceConstitutional HistoryPolitical ChangePower GameHistory and TheoryAcademic StudyGlorious RevolutionSocial ObservationEnglish HistoryModern Britain

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Geschichte von England seit der Thronbesteigung Jakob's des Zweiten. Erster BandAuthor: Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1859,Language: German, Class: DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe, Release Date: Mar 7, 2010

Editor's review

This is the first volume of the German translation of Macaulay's History of England, covering the political and social changes in England from around the accession of James II. Macaulay is known for combining historical scholarship with literary flair: his narrative is clearly organized, his character portraits are vivid, and he skillfully weaves political conflict, religious strife, and social life into a highly readable historical panorama. This German-language volume allows German readers to understand the historical context before and after the Glorious Revolution and serves as textual material for studying the dissemination and reception of Macaulay's historiography in the German-speaking world. Readers should note the author's pronounced Whig stance; his praise and blame are obvious and should not be taken as neutral narrative. The Project Gutenberg electronic edition is easy to search and compare, making it suitable for careful reading by those with some German and an interest in modern British history.

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Reading tips

  1. Before reading, review the timeline from James II to the Glorious Revolution to help locate the narrative.
  2. Note the author's Whig stance and mark clearly judgmental sentences as you read.
  3. Compare with the original English work or other works on British history to see how the narrative is selected.
  4. Proceed chapter by chapter and take notes on character relationships to avoid being confused by the many names and events.

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Contents

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FAQ

Is this book the original English work or a German translation? This is the first volume of the German translation of Macaulay's History of England. The main text is in German, not the original English, so it is suitable for German readers or for research on the translation.
Can I read it without a foundation in British history? You can read it, but it will be rather difficult. The book involves many political figures, religious factions, and parliamentary struggles, so it is advisable to first understand the basic background of the period of James II before starting the main text.
Is Macaulay's narrative objective? Not entirely. He holds a pronounced Whig stance, and his evaluations of people and events are tendentious. Readers should maintain a critical awareness and consult other historical works.

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About the author

Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1 Author

Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron Macaulay (1800–1), was a British historian, essayist and politician. The library holds 35 of his works, most notably The History of England from the Accession of James II, including its several volumes and the German translation Geschichte von England seit der Thronbesteigung Jakob's des Zweiten. His histories are known for vivid narrative, eloquent prose and a strongly partisan outlook, using striking scenes and sharp contrasts; they left a lasting mark on English historical writing and essay style. Details such as nationality, dates and common classifications are not recorded here, and public information is limited, so this note relies on the works and general literary-historical knowledge rather than biographical particulars.