Publisher's Synopsis
Macaulay's Essays on Oliver Goldsmith, Frederic the Great, and Madame D'Arblay is a collection of three essays written by Thomas Babington Macaulay, a British historian and politician. The book was originally published in 1913 and contains insightful and thought-provoking essays on three notable figures from history.The first essay in the collection is about Oliver Goldsmith, an Irish writer, poet, and playwright. Macaulay's essay provides a detailed biography of Goldsmith's life, including his struggles with poverty and his eventual rise to literary fame. Macaulay also analyzes Goldsmith's writing style and his contributions to literature.The second essay is about Frederic the Great, the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786. Macaulay's essay offers a fascinating look at Frederic's reign, including his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize Prussia. Macaulay also discusses Frederic's personality and his impact on European history.The third and final essay in the collection is about Madame D'Arblay, an English novelist and diarist. Macaulay's essay explores D'Arblay's life and career, including her relationships with notable figures such as Samuel Johnson and Edmund Burke. Macaulay also analyzes D'Arblay's writing style and her contributions to literature.Overall, Macaulay's Essays on Oliver Goldsmith, Frederic the Great, and Madame D'Arblay is a must-read for anyone interested in history, literature, or the lives of notable figures from the past. Macaulay's writing is engaging and informative, providing readers with a deep understanding of each of the three subjects.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
