The History of England from the Accession of James II is the five-volume work by Lord Macaulay. It covers the 17-year period from 1685 to 1702, encompassing the reign of James II, the Glorious Revolution, the coregency of William III and Mary II, and up to William III's death. Macaulay's approach to writing the History was innovative for his period. He consciously fused the picturesque, dramatic style of classical historians such as Thucydides and Tacitus with the learned and factual approach of his 18th-century precursors such as Hume, following the plan laid out in his own 1828 "Essay on History".The History is famous for its brilliant ringing prose and for its confident, sometimes dogmatic, emphasis on a progressive model of British history. According to this view, England threw off superstition, autocracy and confusion to create a balanced constitution and a forward-looking culture combined with freedom of belief and expression.

"The History of England, from the Accession of James II Vol-2” is a renowned historical work written by Thomas Babington Macaulay. This volume is the continuation of Macaulay's comprehensive exploration of English history, focusing on the period following the Glorious Revolution of 1688. In Volume 2, Macaulay delves into the reigns of William, Queen Anne, and the subsequent Hanoverian monarchs. He meticulously examines the policies, conflicts, and societal changes that shaped England during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Macaulay's narrative style and profound knowledge of English history captivate readers, offering them a deeper understanding of this transformative era. "The History of England" Volume 2 received widespread acclaim for its scholarly rigor, eloquent prose, and insightful analysis. Macaulay's work continues to be regarded as a significant contribution to the field of historical literature, providing readers with an invaluable account of England's past.