A Short History of the English People

5W John Richard Green 1891

Notes

A Short History of the English People (1874) by John Richard Green is a highly regarded historical work that offers a comprehensive yet accessible overview of English history from the earliest times to the late 19th century. Green, a Victorian historian, aimed to present the history of England in a way that would be engaging and informative to the general reader, not just scholars.

Green’s work was notable for its focus on the social and cultural aspects of English history, as well as its emphasis on the experiences of ordinary people, rather than just kings and rulers. He explored themes such as the development of the English constitution, the rise of parliamentary democracy, the growth of industry, and the evolution of English society and its institutions.

The book covers key events, from the Anglo-Saxon period, the Norman Conquest of 1066, and the Plantagenet and Tudor dynasties, through to the English Civil War, the Glorious Revolution, and the Industrial Revolution. Green’s writing was highly influential in shaping the way English history was viewed during the 19th century, and his work remains an important contribution to the field of history.

Description

Tan brown textured leather hard cover with gilt boarder and gilt decorative designs and lettering on the spine. Marbled endpapers and edges. Minor scuffing to the covers and spine, general wearing down of the top layer of leather in some sections along the spine. Excellent condition overall.