Thomas Babington Macaulay was een Britse dichter, historicus en politicus, gevierd om zijn scherpe essays, kritische recensies en monumentale werken over de Britse geschiedenis. Zijn vroege ballades, geïnspireerd door heroïsche episodes uit de Romeinse geschiedenis, verwierven grote populariteit. Zijn meest significante onderneming was een omvangrijke geschiedenis van Engeland, die het politieke en maatschappelijke leven van een cruciaal tijdperk nauwgezet in detail beschreef. Macaulay's schrijfstijl kenmerkt zich door een meeslepende verteltrant en diepgaande historische analyse, wat hem vestigde als een belangrijke stem in het literaire en historische discours.
A collection of essays and poems, including some historical and biographical works, by the prominent 19th-century British author and politician Thomas Babington Macaulay.
This is a classic work of English history, covering the period from the accession of James the Second in 1685 to the death of William III in 1702. The author offers a highly readable account of the many political, social, and cultural changes that took place during this period, highlighting the key figures and events that shaped English history. This edition includes volumes 5 and 6 of the complete work.
In this biography, Macaulay pays tribute to his famous grandfather, the historian and politician Thomas Babington Macaulay. Through anecdotes and insights, he captures the spirit and intellect of a man widely regarded as one of the most influential figures of his time. A must-read for anyone interested in Victorian culture and politics.
This collection of essays by Thomas Babington Macaulay provides an in-depth look at the works of two legendary British writers, Joseph Addison and John Milton. Macaulay's writing is known for its intelligence and wit, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in British literature.