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Life Of William, Earl Of Shelburne: Afterwards First Marquess Of Lansdowne 1737-1766 V1

Life Of William, Earl Of Shelburne: Afterwards First Marquess Of Lansdowne 1737-1766 V1

Fitzmaurice, Lord Edmond

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ISBN10: 1162962178
ISBN13: 9781162962177
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 436
Weight: 1.28
Height: 0.89 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Life Of William, Earl Of Shelburne: Afterwards First Marquess Of Lansdowne 1737-1766 V1 is a biography written by Lord Edmond Fitzmaurice about the life of William Petty-Fitzmaurice, also known as Earl of Shelburne and later the First Marquess of Lansdowne. The book covers the period of his life from 1737 to 1766, including his childhood, education, political career, and personal life. William Petty-Fitzmaurice was a prominent figure in British politics during the 18th century, serving as Prime Minister from 1782 to 1783. The book explores his early years as a member of the Irish aristocracy, his education at Christ Church, Oxford, and his entry into politics as a member of the House of Commons. The author delves into Shelburne's political views and his involvement in major events of the time, such as the Seven Years' War and the American Revolution. The book also examines Shelburne's personal life, including his marriage to Lady Sophia Carteret and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Benjamin Franklin and George III. Overall, Life Of William, Earl Of Shelburne: Afterwards First Marquess Of Lansdowne 1737-1766 V1 provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of a significant figure in British history, offering insight into both his political and personal life.In Three Volumes. With Extracts From His Papers And Correspondence.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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