The Mirrors of Downing Street by Harold Begbie
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| Author | Begbie, Harold, 1871-1929 |
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| Title |
The Mirrors of Downing Street Some Political Reflections by a Gentleman with a Duster |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Mirrors of Downing Street" by Harold Begbie is a collection of political reflections written in the early 20th century. The work presents critical and biographical studies of notable British statesmen who were influential during and after World War I. Through a series of "reflections," the author aims to shed light on the complexities of these figures, including Mr. Lloyd George, Lord Northcliffe, and others, exploring their characters, decisions, and the moral implications of their leadership. The opening of this work sets the stage by discussing the critical role of America and England in post-war responsibilities and highlights the need for cooperation in maintaining global peace. Begbie introduces his method of analysis, expressing a sincere intention to provoke thoughtful criticism of public figures who occupy the highest offices in the land. He notes the importance of self-awareness among politicians, indicating that the dust on the metaphorical "mirrors" of Downing Street may hinder their ability to see themselves as others do. This introduction hints at the insightful and sometimes severe evaluations that will follow in the subsequent chapters, aimed at prompting reflection on the moral state of public life in Britain. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1910-1936 |
| Subject | Statesmen -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15306 |
| Release Date | Mar 9, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 106 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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