Miscellaneous Essays and Lays of Ancient Rome (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781596050983)

The Essays and Lays of Ancient Rome is one of the most famous epic poems of the Victorian era. A stirring teacher of Roman history accenting the virtues of courage, sacrifice, and determination, it has been required reading for British students for nearly a hundred years and is well known for its action, spirit, and daring adventure. AUTHOR BIO: Thomas Babington MacAulay (1800-1859) was an English historian and author born in Leicestershire and educated at Cambridge University. During his early career, he was a member of the Supreme Council of the East India Company, reformed the Indian educational system, and composed a legal code for the colony. On his return to England, Macaulay devoted himself to writing history, but returned to public office as secretary of war, paymaster of the forces, and a noted member of Parliament. MacAulay's works include The History of England from the Accession of James the Second.

Author: Thomas Babington Macaulay
ISBN-10: 1596050985
ISBN-13: 9781596050983
Publisher: Cosimo Classics
Language: English
Published: 05/15/2005
Pages: 552
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.31lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 1.23d