Lord Palmerston by Anthony Trollope

"Lord Palmerston" by Anthony Trollope is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed examination of the life and political career of Henry John Temple, the 3rd Viscount Palmerston, who served as a prominent British statesman and Prime Minister during the 19th century. It covers his extensive impact on foreign and domestic policy, focusing particularly on his perception as a foreign minister and his clashes with other political figures, including the Prince Consort. The opening of "Lord Palmerston" introduces readers to the author's approach in compiling the memoir, citing various sources, including speeches and biographies. Trollope expresses his intention to navigate the complicated political landscape of Palmerston's life, emphasizing the controversies surrounding his dismissal as Foreign Minister and how he skillfully maneuvered through the political arena to regain power. The author hints at Palmerston's character, noting his determination and resilience, while also foreshadowing the key events in Palmerston’s career that would define his legacy in British politics. The initial narrative sets up a contextual framework for understanding Palmerston's role in significant historical events and debates, laying the groundwork for a deeper exploration of his life throughout the rest of the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Trollope, Anthony, 1815-1882
Title Lord Palmerston
Credits Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
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Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1837-1901
Subject Prime ministers -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject Great Britain -- Foreign relations -- 1837-1901
Subject Palmerston, Henry John Temple, Viscount, 1784-1865
Category Text
eBook-No. 55648
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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