Descriptive Notices Of Popular English Histories (1848)

Descriptive Notices of Popular English Histories is a book written by James Orchard Halliwell in 1848. The book provides a comprehensive overview of popular English histories, including works by authors such as William Shakespeare, Walter Scott, and Thomas Babington Macaulay. Halliwell offers detailed descriptions of each work, outlining their content, style, and historical accuracy. He also provides critical analysis of the works, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. The book is divided into sections, each covering a different period of English history, from the Roman invasion to the Victorian era. Within each section, Halliwell discusses the most notable works of historical fiction and non-fiction, providing readers with a broad understanding of the literature of each period. Descriptive Notices of Popular English Histories is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history and literature. Its detailed descriptions and critical analysis make it a useful reference for scholars and students, while its engaging style and accessible language make it an enjoyable read for anyone interested in the subject.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.