Publisher's Synopsis
""The History of England From the Accession of James II"" is a two-volume book written by Lord Macaulay. The book is a detailed account of the history of England from the time of James II's ascension to the throne in 1685 until the end of the Glorious Revolution in 1688. Volume 2 of the book covers the period from the Battle of the Boyne in July 1690 until the death of William III in March 1702. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the political, social, and economic events that took place during this period. The author, Lord Macaulay, was a renowned historian and politician of the 19th century. His writing style is known for its clarity and vividness, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in English history. Overall, ""The History of England From the Accession of James II"" is an important work that provides a detailed account of a critical period in English history. It is a must-read for history enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the political and social dynamics of England in the late 17th century.1861. Volume 2 of 5. Lord Macaulay wrote this history of England from the accession of King James the Second down to a time which was within the memory of men still living. He recounts the errors which, in a few months, alienated a loyal gentry and priesthood from the House of Stuart. He traces the course of that revolution which terminated the long struggle between our sovereigns and their parliaments, and bound up together the rights of the people and the title of the reigning dynasty. Lord Macaulay relates how the new settlement was, during many troubled years, successfully defended against foreign and domestic enemies; how, under that settlement, the authority of law and the security of property were found to be compatible with a liberty of discussion and of individual action never before known.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.
