Lord Macaulay: Essayist And Historian (1882)

By Albert Stratford George Canning

Book Overview

Lord Macaulay: Essayist And Historian is a book written by Albert Stratford George Canning and published in 1882. The book is a biography of Thomas Babington Macaulay, a prominent British politician, historian, and essayist of the 19th century. The author provides a detailed account of Macaulay's life, from his childhood and education to his political career and literary achievements. The book includes a comprehensive analysis of Macaulay's major works, including his famous History of England, and explores his contributions to the development of British political and intellectual life. Canning also provides a critical assessment of Macaulay's legacy, examining his influence on British culture and his enduring relevance as a writer and thinker. Overall, Lord Macaulay: Essayist And Historian offers a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of the most important figures in British intellectual history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164901478
• ISBN13: 9781164901471
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"