Monckton Milnes: The Years Of Promise, 1809-1851

By James Pope-Hennessy

Book Overview

Monckton Milnes: The Years of Promise, 1809-1851 is a biography written by James Pope-Hennessy about the life of Richard Monckton Milnes, a prominent figure in 19th century English literature and politics. The book covers Milnes' early years, his education at Cambridge, and his entry into the literary and political circles of London. Milnes was known for his wit, charm, and intelligence, and he quickly became a popular figure among his peers. The book also delves into Milnes' personal life, including his relationships with various women, such as Florence Nightingale and Lady Byron. Pope-Hennessy provides a detailed account of Milnes' political career, including his involvement in the Whig party and his election to Parliament. The book concludes with Milnes' appointment as Lord Houghton and his continued contributions to literature and society until his death in 1885. Overall, Monckton Milnes: The Years of Promise, 1809-1851 provides a fascinating insight into the life of a complex and influential figure in Victorian England.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: 1163811718
• ISBN13: 9781163811719
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"