Lord North

by Peter Whiteley

Book Overview

Lord North was in many ways a most successful politician. Prime Minister for an unbroken twelve years, his management of both parliament and of the business of government was adept. He enjoyed the confidence of King George III, not always an easy political ally, avoided factional strife (having no political following of his own), was notably uncorrupt and made virtually no enemies. In many ways he epitomizes the political outlook and aristocratic...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1852855193
• ISBN13: 9781852855192
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.5" x 9.0"