John Bright

By Elbert Hubbard

Book Overview

""John Bright"" by Elbert Hubbard is a biographical account of the life and achievements of John Bright, a prominent British statesman and orator of the 19th century. The book traces Bright's humble beginnings as the son of a Quaker farmer to his rise as a leading figure in the anti-Corn Law League and the House of Commons. It also delves into his advocacy for free trade, religious freedom, and parliamentary reform, as well as his opposition to the Crimean War and the British Empire's policies in India. Hubbard's narrative is richly detailed, drawing on primary sources such as Bright's speeches and letters, and offers a nuanced portrait of a complex figure who was both revered and reviled in his time. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, politics, and social movements of the 19th century.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Great Reformers, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766104052.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162870540
• ISBN13: 9781162870540
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"