Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Third, Volume 2 (of 4) by Horace Walpole
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| Author | Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797 |
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| Editor | Le Marchant, Denis, 1795-1874 |
| Title | Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Third, Volume 2 (of 4) |
| Alternate Title | Memoirs of the Reign of King George III, Volume 2 (of 4) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Third, Volume 2" by Horace Walpole is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work offers insights into the political intrigues and key events taking place during the tumultuous reign of King George III, highlighting conflicts within the government and the impact on notable figures of the time. Through its detailed recounting of political maneuvers and personalities, the memoir sheds light on the evolving landscape of British politics leading into a period of significant upheaval. The opening of the memoir introduces readers to the intricate dynamics of court factions and political allegiances. Walpole begins by addressing the tensions within the government hallmarked by the dismission of Lord Conway, as well as discusses various political pamphlets and public addresses that reflect the controversial climate of the time. Among the notable figures are Charles Townshend and William Pulteney, the Earl of Bath, whose actions and deaths resonate through the discourse, creating a vivid tapestry of the political atmosphere surrounding the monarchy. Walpole's candid discourse offers an intimate view into the minds of politicians wrestling with the moral complexities of governance and public loyalty, setting the stage for the battles that will ensue in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- George III, 1760-1820 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- 1760-1789 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57140 |
| Release Date | May 12, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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