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A history of England from the first invasion by the Romans (Volume VI)

A history of England from the first invasion by the Romans (Volume VI)

Lingard, John

Paperback

General ChristianityGeneral Political ScienceBritish History

ISBN10: 9389265282
ISBN13: 9789389265286
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jun 28 2019
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.92 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
England is not a legend; it is an argument. In Volume VI of John Lingard's landmark History of England, the story of a nation is tested against evidence, institutions, and belief. History rarely feels this alive. Written by a meticulous nineteenth-century scholar-priest, this historical chronicle volume brings clarity to the forces that shape England and Britain history: the aftershocks of the Roman conquest of Britain, the hard bargaining of British monarchy and politics, and the long tension of church and state England. Lingard's voice is calm, exacting, and humane, offering a public domain history book that reads with narrative drive yet stands up as a serious reference for history students. Across dynasties and crises, he follows how law, Parliament, and conscience pull the realm in different directions, giving a steady vantage on power, faith, and national identity. Collectors of a classic reprint edition will value the workmanship of a tradition-minded historian whose approach helped widen the conversation beyond partisan legend, speaking to Thomas Macaulay history readers as well as Edward Gibbon history fans. Measured, Catholic-informed, and source-led. Whether you are building a complete history volume set, revisiting the sweep from ancient to early modern, or simply seeking a dependable, literary account to dip into, this volume rewards close reading and shelf pride. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike, for the long view.

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