The History of England (Complete 6 Volumes) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. From Roman Britain to the Glorious Revolution: Monarchy, Constitution, and Enlightenment Political ThoughtBy David Hume
Length132h 21m
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David Hume's The History of England surveys the nation's political, religious, and constitutional development from the Roman period to the Glorious Revolution, with particular brilliance in its treatment of the Stuart age. Written in polished, balanced prose, the six-volume work combines narrative history with philosophical reflection, placing English events within Enlightenment debates on liberty, authority, faction, commerce, and civil society. Its measured skepticism and attention to motive mark a decisive moment in the evolution of modern historical writing. Hume, the Scottish philosopher best known for his empiricism and searching analysis of human nature, brought to history the same concern with causation, probability, and the passions that shaped his philosophical works. His distance from partisan Whig triumphalism, and his sensitivity to the instability of political judgment, led him to reinterpret England's past with unusual nuance, often challenging the inherited moral certainties of his age. This complete edition is highly recommended for readers interested in Enlightenment historiography, British political thought, or the literary craft of historical narrative. It rewards both specialists and general readers with a humane, elegant, and intellectually provocative account of England's formation.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
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GenreHistory
Length132 hrs 21 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The History of England (Complete 6 Volumes) (Annotated)
33VOLUME III. (pt. 9)
2Introduction
34VOLUME IV. (pt. 1)
3Synopsis
35VOLUME IV. (pt. 2)
4Historical Context
36VOLUME IV. (pt. 3)
5Author Biography
37VOLUME IV. (pt. 4)
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6VOLUME I. (pt. 1)
38VOLUME IV. (pt. 5)
7VOLUME I. (pt. 2)
39VOLUME IV. (pt. 6)
8VOLUME I. (pt. 3)
40VOLUME IV. (pt. 7)
9VOLUME I. (pt. 4)
41VOLUME IV. (pt. 8)
10VOLUME I. (pt. 5)
42VOLUME IV. (pt. 9)
11VOLUME I. (pt. 6)
43VOLUME IV. (pt. 10)
12VOLUME I. (pt. 7)
44VOLUME IV. (pt. 11)
13VOLUME I. (pt. 8)
45VOLUME V. (pt. 1)
14VOLUME I. (pt. 9)
46VOLUME V. (pt. 2)
15VOLUME II. (pt. 1)
47VOLUME V. (pt. 3)
16VOLUME II. (pt. 2)
48VOLUME V. (pt. 4)
17VOLUME II. (pt. 3)
49VOLUME V. (pt. 5)
18VOLUME II. (pt. 4)
50VOLUME V. (pt. 6)
19VOLUME II. (pt. 5)
51VOLUME V. (pt. 7)
20VOLUME II. (pt. 6)
52VOLUME V. (pt. 8)
21VOLUME II. (pt. 7)
53VOLUME V. (pt. 9)
22VOLUME II. (pt. 8)
54VOLUME V. (pt. 10)
23VOLUME II. (pt. 9)
55VOLUME VI. (pt. 1)
24VOLUME II. (pt. 10)
56VOLUME VI. (pt. 2)
25VOLUME III. (pt. 1)
57VOLUME VI. (pt. 3)
26VOLUME III. (pt. 2)
58VOLUME VI. (pt. 4)
27VOLUME III. (pt. 3)
59VOLUME VI. (pt. 5)
28VOLUME III. (pt. 4)
60VOLUME VI. (pt. 6)
29VOLUME III. (pt. 5)
61VOLUME VI. (pt. 7)
30VOLUME III. (pt. 6)
62Analysis
31VOLUME III. (pt. 7)
63Reflection
32VOLUME III. (pt. 8)
64Memorable Quotes
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