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The History of England (five Volumes)


Lord Thomas Babington Macaulay


The Folio Society 1987

Binding:  Hardback  |  Condition: Near Fine  | 

Elegant Folio Society edition of Macaulay's controversial history of England, published from 1848 to 1855, starting from the ascension of James II to peace of Ryswick in 1697. Fascinating not only for the turbulent time depicted but for Macaulay's ebullient style and the controversy that later surrounded it. A strident believer in progress and in Whig politics, critics damned the work for its whiggish interpretation of history. Recent opinion, however, is more favorable. Complete with the posthumously published, unfinished fifth volume compiled by Macaulay's Sister after his passing. With slipcases featuring Macaulay's profile. Blue cloth with gilt decoration. B/w images. Mild shelf-wear to slipcase. Previous owner's sticker to ffeps. Volumes are crisp and clean. Near Fine *Due to size and weight, extra shipping fees apply to overseas orders*

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