Prime Ministers and Some Others: A Book of Reminiscences by Russell

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Author Russell, George William Erskine, 1853-1919
Title Prime Ministers and Some Others: A Book of Reminiscences
Contents Prime ministers -- In honour of friendship -- Religion and the church -- Politics -- Education -- Miscellanea -- Fact and fiction.
Credits Robert J. Hall
Summary "Prime Ministers and Some Others: A Book of Reminiscences" by George W. E. Russell is a collection of personal reflections and historical accounts written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the author's observations of various British Prime Ministers and other notable figures, providing insights into their characteristics, political careers, and the political landscape of their times through a lens of nostalgia and personal experience. The opening of this work introduces Lord Palmerston as one of the central figures in Russell's reminiscences, describing his larger-than-life personality and influential role in British politics. Russell recalls his childhood memories of the Prime Minister, capturing Palmerston’s distinctive features and command over the House of Commons. Additionally, the author reflects on Lord Palmerston's complex political legacy, portraying a man who valued power above party loyalty, thus setting the stage for further character studies of other Prime Ministers in the subsequent chapters. This beginning establishes not only the author's personal connection to the political figures discussed but also a nostalgic and critical perspective on their leadership styles and the nature of political life during the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Great Britain -- Biography
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EBook-No. 16519
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 9, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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