James Anthony Froude

Broschiertes Buch

Julius Caesar

Beschreibung

Julius Caesar is a historical biography written by James Anthony Froude. It is a detailed account of the life and times of one of the most famous figures in Roman history, Julius Caesar. The book covers Caesar's early years, his political rise to power, his military campaigns, and his ultimate downfall. Froude's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a vivid and compelling portrait of Caesar and the world in which he lived. The book is well-researched and draws on a variety of primary sources, including Caesar's own writings and contemporary accounts of his life. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Roman history, politics, or military strategy, and offers a fascinating insight into one of the most iconic figures of the ancient world.1899. Illustrated. Froude believed that the objective of writing history was simply to record human actions and, as such, should be written as a drama. Accordingly, in his historic accounts he gives prominence to the personal element, but, as a result, he sometimes failed to understand the context of the period on which he was writing. Froude's work is often criticized for its prejudice and inaccuracy. His book on Caesar is considered to be a glorification of imperialism and is thought to exhibit his imperfect acquaintance with Roman politics and the life of Cicero. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

Autor

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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 508
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. September 2004
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 30mm
• Gewicht: 817g
• ISBN-13: 9780766199415
• ISBN-10: 076619941X
• Artikelnr.: 21520754