Lord Lyons: A Record of British Diplomacy, Vol. 1 of 2 by Newton
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| Author | Newton, Thomas Wodehouse Legh, Baron, 1857-1942 |
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| Title | Lord Lyons: A Record of British Diplomacy, Vol. 1 of 2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Lord Lyons: A Record of British Diplomacy, Vol. 1 of 2" by Newton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the life and diplomatic career of Lord Richard Lyons, who served during pivotal moments such as the American Civil War. Through detailed correspondence and reflections, it provides insights into British-American relations during this tumultuous period. The opening of the book introduces Lord Lyons, detailing his early life, education, and initial struggles within the diplomatic service. It highlights his journey from being an unpaid attaché at Athens to eventually taking up significant posts, including Minister at Washington. Furthermore, it sets the stage for the challenges he faced, particularly as civil tensions in the United States escalated, positioning him at the heart of critical diplomatic negotiations during the approaching storm of war. The narrative hints at the complexities of his role and the delicate political landscape he navigated while maintaining British interests. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Europe -- Politics and government -- 1871-1918 |
| Subject | Lyons, Richard Bickerton Pemell Lyons, Earl, 1817-1887 |
| Subject | Diplomatic and consular service, British |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Foreign relations -- 1837-1901 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43317 |
| Release Date | Jul 26, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 108 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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