Gladstone On Macleod And Macaulay: Two Essays

By William Ewart Gladstone

In "Gladstone On Macleod And Macaulay," William Ewart Gladstone, a towering figure of Victorian Britain, offers insightful essays on two prominent contemporaries. This volume presents Gladstone's reflections on Norman Macleod, a Scottish clergyman and writer, and Thomas Babington Macaulay, the celebrated historian and politician.

Gladstone's essays provide a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and social landscape of 19th-century Britain. His assessments, marked by his characteristic eloquence and deep understanding of history and culture, offer valuable perspectives on the lives and works of Macleod and Macaulay. These essays serve as both biographical sketches and critical analyses, revealing Gladstone's own intellectual preoccupations and his engagement with the leading thinkers of his time.

This collection will appeal to scholars of Victorian history, literature, and political thought, as well as anyone interested in the lives and legacies of these influential figures.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 124661927X
• ISBN13: 9781246619270
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"