Publisher's Synopsis
The History of England From the Accession of James II V2 is a comprehensive account of the political and social history of England from the reign of King James II, written by the renowned British historian and politician, Lord Macaulay. This second volume covers the period from the Glorious Revolution of 1688 to the death of King William III in 1702.In this book, Macaulay provides a detailed analysis of the major events and personalities of the period, including the reigns of James II and William III, the Revolution of 1688, the War of the League of Augsburg, and the Act of Settlement. He also delves into the social and cultural changes that occurred during this time, such as the rise of the Whig and Tory political parties and the emergence of the British Empire.Throughout the book, Macaulay offers his own opinions and interpretations of the historical events, drawing on his extensive knowledge of English politics and culture. He also includes numerous primary sources, such as letters, diaries, and official documents, to support his arguments and provide a more nuanced understanding of the period.Overall, The History of England From the Accession of James II V2 is a must-read for anyone interested in the political and social history of England during the late 17th century, and is widely regarded as one of the most important works of English historiography.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.
