Dominion: The History of England Series, Book 5

The Dominion by Peter Ackroyd is a masterful history of England that spans from 1815 to 1901, covering the reigns of George IV, William IV, and Queen Victoria.

This comprehensive volume takes readers through an era of enormous innovation, technological progress, and social change.

With a focus on the emergence of the middle class and scientific advances, The Dominion provides a detailed account of how Britain's dominance expanded across the globe.

Despite industrialization's negative impact on working-class conditions, Victoria's reign marked a period of unparalleled prosperity for the British Empire.

This book is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of English history and the evolution of its society.