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Morley, John, 1838-1923 |
| Title |
The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, Vol. 2 (of 3)
1859-1880
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Summary |
"The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, Vol. 2 (of 3)" by John Morley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The volume covers pivotal events from the life and political career of William Ewart Gladstone, focusing on key periods such as the Italian Revolution, the American Civil War, and Gladstone's evolving role in British politics during the years 1859 to 1880. Through its detailed examination of Gladstone's policies and influence, the book sheds light on significant national and international developments of the time. The opening of this second volume sets the stage for a rich exploration of various events and themes central to Gladstone's life during the 1860s. It begins with discussions surrounding the Italian Revolution, emphasizing the complex interplay between legislative actions, military sentiments, and economic policies. We see Gladstone's passionate engagement with issues like nationalism, his critical view of foreign affairs, and his staunch advocacy for political reform and economic stability. The narrative captures his conflict with both his colleagues and external political pressures, highlighting his unwavering commitment to principles he deemed essential for the nation's development, thus providing readers with a deep understanding of both Gladstone as a man and the turbulent historical context he navigated. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Gladstone, W. E. (William Ewart), 1809-1898
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1837-1901
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| Subject |
Liberal Party (Great Britain) -- Biography
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| Subject |
Prime ministers -- Great Britain -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
32510 |
| Release Date |
May 24, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 16, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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