James Anthony Froude

Caesar

A Sketch

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Produktbeschreibung

A vivid window into Victorian curiosity and enduring questions of power. Caesar: A Sketch offers a careful, humane portrait of leadership, framed by a historian's rigor and a reader's imagination. This concise, disciplined work rests at the intersection of historical sketch and biographical essay, probing roman leadership, public life and power, and the broader ancient Rome setting. Froude's reflective, lightly argued prose invites readers to consider how a statesman's choices echo through time, making it a valuable academic study resource and a thoughtful reference for historians. The piece stands as more than a mere historical record; it is a window into Edward Gibbon-era historiography and Victorian historiography analysis, presented with clarity and reverence for the past. A note on literary significance: the essay's lucid, accessible style makes complex ideas engaging for casual readers while still rewarding scholars who value context, nuance, and source-aware critique. For 19th century England readers and modern audiences alike, this volume offers a compelling synthesis of moral inquiry and historical inquiry, framed within an ancient Rome context that remains surprisingly current in discussions of leadership, public life, and power. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Whether you seek a compact scholarly anchor or a elegantly written classic, this is a distinguished addition to any library of ancient Rome setting, victorian essay, and academic study resource.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Editions
• Seitenzahl: 334
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Mai 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 20mm
• Gewicht: 544g
• ISBN-13: 9789354543647
• ISBN-10: 9354543642
• Artikelnr.: 61813824

Autorenporträt

James Anthony Froude was a prominent English historian, biographer, and essayist, born on April 23, 1818, in Dartington, Devon, England. He is best known for his works on the history of England and his biographies of significant figures from the Tudor period. Froude was educated at Westminster School and Oriel College, Oxford. He developed a keen interest in history and literature, particularly in the period of the English Reformation. His writings often reflect his controversial views on religious and political matters, which garnered both acclaim and criticism. One of Froude's most notable works is "The History of England from the Fall of Wolsey to the Defeat of the Spanish Armada," a monumental historical series spanning six volumes. In this series, Froude provides a vivid and dramatic account of the tumultuous events during the reigns of the Tudor monarchs, including Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. Aside from his historical writings, Froude also penned biographies of notable figures such as Thomas Carlyle. His works often tackled complex themes and explored the intersection of politics, religion, and society. James Anthony Froude's writings continue to be studied and debated by scholars, making him a significant figure in the field of historical literature.