The book begins with a long section that delves into the history of Europe. Following this, the book provides a chronicle of events that occurred in 1775 on a month-by-month basis, ranging from the announcement of births and robberies in the UK to large-scale political happenings worldwide. Various state papers are also included, some of which pertain to the American Independence movement. In the \'Characters\' part of the book, important figures, such as Queen Caroline Mathilde of Denmark, Pope Clement XIV, and the former Prime Minister of Great Britain, George Grenville, are discussed. Subsequently, there are chapters focusing on natural history, ongoing projects (for example, the construction of fire ladders), and antiquities (with focus on historical paintings and mosaics). The text concludes with a collection of essays, poems, and details of books that have been published in 1775. A stunning historical artefact and an insightful cultural study. 1777 Second Edition. Written in archaic English. Medium-sized chunk of the bottom of page 107 has been torn away. Significant wear to cover and spine. The entire \'History of Europe\' section has come away from the remainder of the book, so the book is in two separate halves. The majority of front cover has come away from the book entirely. \'Chronicle\' title page is intact but has also come away from spine. Pages themselves are in good condition with only minor tanning/foxing/text fading on some pages. Previous owner\'s inscription at front.