Modern Statesmen: Or Sketches From The Strangers' Gallery Of The House Of Commons (1861)

By J. Ewing Ritchie

Book Overview

""Modern Statesmen: Or Sketches From The Strangers������� Gallery Of The House Of Commons"" is a book written by James Ewing Ritchie and published in 1861. The book is a collection of sketches of prominent politicians in the British House of Commons during the mid-19th century. The author provides insights into the personal and political lives of these statesmen through his observations from the Strangers������� Gallery, a section of the House reserved for the public. The book covers a wide range of politicians from different parties and backgrounds, including William Gladstone, Benjamin Disraeli, John Bright, and Lord Palmerston. The author also discusses the political climate of the time, including issues such as the Corn Laws, the Irish Question, and the Reform Act of 1867. Overall, ""Modern Statesmen"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of British politics during an important period in history.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: 1164909045
• ISBN13: 9781164909040
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"