The Miscellaneous Works of Lord Macaulay; Volume 1

<p>This volume contains a collection of essays and speeches by the eminent British historian and politician Thomas Babington Macaulay. The Miscellaneous Works of Lord Macaulay Volume 1 showcases Macaulay's impressive range and intellectual depth. Included are his famous essays on topics such as Milton Machiavelli and Lord Byron displaying his critical acumen and vivid prose style. Also featured are selections from his parliamentary speeches revealing his political philosophy and oratorical skill.</p> <p>Edited by his niece Lady Hannah More Macaulay Trevelyan this compilation offers readers a comprehensive introduction to Macaulay's thought and a valuable insight into the intellectual climate of 19th-century Britain. This volume is essential reading for anyone interested in history literature and political thought.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>