Delphi Complete Works of Thomas Babington Macaulay Illustrated

Thomas Babington Macaulay, 1st Baron Macaulay, was a British historian, essayist, poet, and statesman. He is best known for his historical works, particularly his History of England from the Accession of James II, which has been praised for its literary style and narrative power.

Macaulay was born in Rothley Temple, Leicestershire, England, on October 25, 1800. He was the son of Zachary Macaulay, a Scottish minister, and Selina Mills, the daughter of a wealthy Bristol merchant. Macaulay was a precocious child, and he began writing poetry at a young age. He attended Trinity College, Cambridge, where he won several prizes for his academic achievements.

After graduating from Cambridge, Macaulay entered the legal profession. He was called to the bar in 1826, and he quickly gained a reputation as a brilliant advocate. In 1830, Macaulay was elected to Parliament as a member of the Whig Party. He served in Parliament for several years, and he held several cabinet positions, including Secretary of State for War and Secretary of State for India.

Macaulay was a prolific writer, and he produced a wide range of works, including essays, speeches, poems, and historical works. His most famous work is his History of England from the Accession of James II, which was published in five volumes between 1848 and 1861. Macaulay's History is a classic of English literature, and it has been praised for its literary style and narrative power. Macaulay's other works include The Lays of Ancient Rome, a collection of poems; Critical and Historical Essays, a collection of essays; and Biographies, a collection of biographical essays.

Macaulay died in Kensington, London, on December 28, 1859. He was buried in Westminster Abbey. Macaulay is considered one of the greatest historians of the English language, and his works continue to be widely read and studied.

The Delphi Complete Works of Thomas Babington Macaulay Illustrated

The Delphi Complete Works of Thomas Babington Macaulay Illustrated is a comprehensive collection of Macaulay's works in a single volume. The collection includes the complete text of Macaulay's History of England from the Accession of James II, as well as his other historical works, essays, poems, and speeches. The collection also includes extensive annotations and illustrations.

The Delphi Complete Works of Thomas Babington Macaulay Illustrated is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in Macaulay's work. The collection provides a comprehensive overview of Macaulay's writings, and it includes a wealth of information about Macaulay's life and times.

Features of the Delphi Complete Works of Thomas Babington Macaulay Illustrated

• Complete text of Macaulay's History of England from the Accession of James II
• Macaulay's other historical works, essays, poems, and speeches
• Extensive annotations and illustrations
• Interactive table of contents
• Searchable text
• Biographical and critical s
• Chronology of Macaulay's life and times
• Bibliography of Macaulay's works

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• Provides a comprehensive overview of Macaulay's writings
• Includes a wealth of information about Macaulay's life and times
• An invaluable resource for anyone who is interested in Macaulay's work
• Easy to navigate and search
• A great way to learn about English history and literature

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