The Lives Of British Historians V1 (1855)

By Eugene Lawrence

Book Overview

The Lives of British Historians V1 is a book written by Eugene Lawrence and published in 1855. This book provides a comprehensive account of the lives of prominent British historians from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular historian and their contributions to British history. The book begins with a chapter on Bede, a monk who lived in the 7th and 8th centuries and is known for his work on the history of the English church. Other chapters cover the lives of William of Malmesbury, Matthew Paris, and other medieval historians. The book also includes chapters on more recent historians, such as David Hume, Edward Gibbon, and Thomas Babington Macaulay.Throughout the book, Lawrence provides detailed biographical information about each historian, including their early life, education, and career. He also discusses their major works and their impact on British history. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of British historiography.Overall, The Lives of British Historians V1 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British history writing. It provides a fascinating insight into the lives and works of some of the most important historians in British history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in this field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164102168
• ISBN13: 9781164102168
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"