Complete History of England
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Tobias Smollett's Complete History of England is a comprehensive historical account that covers the period from the earliest times to the reign of George II. Smollett aimed to provide a clear and accessible narrative, appealing to a wide readership.
His work includes political events, social customs, and cultural developments.
While praised for its thoroughness, it has also been criticized for its Whiggish bias and occasional inaccuracies.
The Complete History of England was a popular and influential work in its time.
It helped shape public understanding of British history and contributed to the development of historical writing.
His work includes political events, social customs, and cultural developments.
While praised for its thoroughness, it has also been criticized for its Whiggish bias and occasional inaccuracies.
The Complete History of England was a popular and influential work in its time.
It helped shape public understanding of British history and contributed to the development of historical writing.
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