Lord Melbourne's Papers (1889)

By William Lamb Melbourne, Viscount William Lamb Melbourne, Lloyd Charles Sanders, et al.

Book Overview

Lord Melbourne's Papers is a collection of letters, speeches, and documents written by William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne, who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1834 to 1841. The book, published in 1889, offers a unique insight into the political and social landscape of 19th century Britain, as seen through the eyes of one of its most prominent figures. The papers cover a range of topics, including Melbourne's personal life, his relationships with other politicians, and his views on important issues such as slavery, Irish independence, and the reform of the electoral system. The book also includes a detailed introduction by the editor, who provides context and background information on Melbourne's life and career. Overall, Lord Melbourne's Papers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British politics and society in the 19th century.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: 1164952129
• ISBN13: 9781164952121
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 554 Pages
• Weight: 1.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"