This beautiful edition is well-preserved, with tight, unmarked pages. The book itself is square, clean, and structurally sound. While a dust jacket is not present, the blue cloth boards remain in excellent condition, featuring bright gilt lettering on the spine. The print quality is superb. A Shortened History of England by Sir George Macaulay Trevelyan, first published in 1942, is a condensed version of Trevelyan's earlier works on English history. Trevelyan, one of the most prominent British historians of the early 20th century, aimed to provide a comprehensive yet accessible account of England's historical development for a general readership. Trevelyan's writing style is known for its eloquence and clarity, making history engaging for non-specialists. Because it was published in 1942, the book provides insight into how English history was viewed during the mid-20th century, before post-war revisions to historical perspectives became more prominent. It remains a notable work in the historiography of England.