A Short History of the Royal Navy, 1217-1815. Volume II, 1689-1815

"A Short History of the Royal Navy, 1217-1815. Volume II, 1689-1815" by David Hannay is a historical piece that covers a critical period for the British Royal Navy, from 1689 to 1815, shaped by wars and political change. The book starts with the author's thanks and insights into the problems of summarizing a huge amount of history, highlighting the importance of the post-1688 Revolution era and its effects on naval power due to the changed relationship between the monarchy and Parliament. It explores how the Royal Navy changed its organization, fighting methods, and overall experience while facing major European wars, especially those against France, all while dealing with the changing political world of the time.