Critical, Historical, and Miscellaneous Essays; Vol. 5 by Macaulay

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Author Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1859
Editor Whipple, Edwin Percy, 1819-1886
Title Critical, Historical, and Miscellaneous Essays; Vol. 5
With a Memoir and Index
Note Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Critical, Historical, and Miscellaneous Essays; Vol. 5" by Lord Macaulay is a collection of essays written in the mid-19th century. This particular volume features an essay on the life and character of Warren Hastings, the first Governor-General of Bengal. The text engages in a critical analysis of Hastings' reputation, examining his virtues and vices while chronicling his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to a position of immense power and influence. The opening of this volume sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Hastings' life, beginning with a reflection on his ancestry and early years. Macaulay recounts how Hastings, born into a lineage that had fallen into obscurity, developed a relentless ambition to reclaim his family's lost estate. The narrative unfolds with Hastings' integration into the British administration in India, detailing the complexities of his role and the political machinations surrounding him, particularly the tumultuous relations with his contemporaries in the council and the intricate dynamics of colonial governance. Through this lens, Macaulay’s biography promises to uncover not only Hastings' political maneuvers but also the moral quandaries inherent in imperial administration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Great Britain -- History
Subject English literature -- History and criticism
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EBook-No. 55905
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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