This work examines the development of narrative historical writing in early 18th-century England. In addition, it explores the historical dimension of Augustan political ideologies and the character of the Enlightenment in England.

This work examines the development of narrative historical writing in early 18th-century England. In addition, it explores the historical dimension of Augustan political ideologies and the character of the Enlightenment in England. It is divided into three parts - Tory and Whig history in the age of Anne; the rise of Whig historical writing in the age of Walpole; and history and ideology after the fall of Walpole.