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George Canning And His Times

George Canning And His Times

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ISBN10: 1432690396
ISBN13: 9781432690397
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 25 2007
Pages: 624
Weight: 1.99
Height: 1.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
George Canning and His Times is a biography of George Canning, a prominent British politician and statesman who served as Prime Minister for a brief period in the early 19th century. Written by Augustus Granville Stapleton, the book provides a detailed account of Canning's life and career, from his early years as a student at Oxford University to his rise through the ranks of the British government.The book explores Canning's political beliefs and his role in shaping British foreign policy during a time of great upheaval in Europe. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues.Throughout the book, Stapleton provides historical context for Canning's actions and decisions, drawing on primary sources such as letters, diaries, and government records. The result is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of a fascinating figure in British history.Overall, George Canning and His Times is a must-read for anyone interested in British politics, diplomacy, and the history of the early 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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