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54 - History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, Volume 1B by David Hume

54 - History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, Volume 1B by David Hume

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 David Hume stands as a towering figure in Western philosophy, but it was his historical writings that truly supported his life. His monumental work, The History of England from the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution of 1688, published between 1754 and 1764, captured the imagination of readers across generations. Hume famously noted that the financial success from his books allowed him to achieve independence and wealth. Spanning six volumes, this influential history remains in print today. While both Hume and Thomas Babington Macaulay are celebrated as leading English historians, their works complement each other, with Macaulay continuing where Hume concludes. This Volume 1B delves into the reigns from Henry III to Richard III, offering a captivating look into Englands past. (Summary by Richard Carpenter)
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