The Miscellaneous Writings Of Lord Macaulay (1865)

By Thomas Babington Macaulay

Book Overview

The Miscellaneous Writings Of Lord Macaulay is a collection of essays, speeches, and reviews by the renowned British historian and politician, Thomas Babington Macaulay. The book was first published in 1865, after Macaulay's death, and includes a wide range of topics, from literary criticism to political commentary.The collection is divided into two volumes, with the first focusing on Macaulay's literary and historical writings, and the second containing his political essays and speeches. Among the topics covered in the first volume are Shakespeare's plays, the history of England, and the works of famous writers such as Milton and Dryden.The second volume includes speeches and essays on a variety of political issues, including the Reform Bill of 1832, the abolition of slavery, and the Indian Penal Code. Macaulay's writing is known for its clarity and eloquence, and his essays and speeches are considered some of the finest examples of English prose.Overall, The Miscellaneous Writings Of Lord Macaulay is a fascinating collection of works by one of the most important figures in British history and literature. It provides a window into the intellectual and political world of Victorian England, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the period.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: 1165807009
• ISBN13: 9781165807000
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"