02346cam a22003253u 4500 30331 UtSlPG 20260610133706.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG de iso639-1 DA Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1859 Geschichte von England seit der Thronbesteigung Jakob's des Zweiten. Vierter Band Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-10-25 Produced by Louise Hope, Delphine Lettau, richyfourtytwo and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Geschichte von England seit der Thronbesteigung Jakob's des Zweiten. Vierter Band" by Thomas Babington Macaulay is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the political and social landscape of England following the ascent of King James II, focusing on key figures, events, and the intricacies of governance during this period. A central figure in this narrative is William of Orange, whose influence and actions significantly shaped the course of English history. The opening of the text delves into the characterization of William of Orange, outlining his physical appearance, upbringing, and the early development of his political and military talents. Macaulay describes William as having a unique blend of physical frailty and formidable determination, showcasing his rise from a politically precarious youth to a respected leader amidst turmoil. The text sets the stage for an exploration of William’s relationships with prominent personalities, his controversial marriage, and the overarching conflicts influencing the politics of both England and Europe during his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Great Britain -- History -- James II, 1685-1688 Great Britain -- History -- William and Mary, 1689-1702 Beseler, Wilhelm, 1806-1884 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30331 71178 71178