The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. Volume 11. Parlimentary Debates II.

Step into the bustling world of eighteenth‑century British politics, where the House of Commons gathers on a December day in 1741 to address the monarch after his triumphant return. This volume presents the full text of that debate, listing the distinguished peers and gentlemen who took the floor—from dukes and earls to seasoned MPs—each voice captured in the precise, formal language of the period. Samuel Johnson’s editorial hand guides the reader, offering context and subtle commentary that illuminate the stakes of a Europe on the brink of conflict.

Listening to this collection feels like sitting in the gallery of Westminster, hearing the measured cadence of speeches that balance reverence for the crown with a fledgling sense of parliamentary responsibility. The address itself praises the king’s virtues, discusses the looming war with Spain, and affirms the Commons’ pledge to support the nation’s interests. For anyone fascinated by the origins of modern governance, the art of rhetoric, or the vivid texture of historical debate, this recording provides a rare, immersive glimpse into the political heart of Georgian Britain.