Rufus Isaacs: First Marquess Of Reading

By Rufus Isaacs

Book Overview

""Rufus Isaacs: First Marquess of Reading"" is a biography of Rufus Isaacs, a prominent British politician and lawyer who served as Lord Chief Justice of England and Viceroy of India. Written by Reading, the Marquess, who is Isaacs' grandson, the book traces Isaacs' life from his early years as a Jewish immigrant in London to his rise to power in the British government. The book explores Isaacs' legal career, his involvement in politics, and his role in shaping British colonial policy in India. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with his family and his Jewish faith. Through the use of letters, diaries, and other primary sources, the book provides a detailed and intimate portrait of one of the most influential figures of the early 20th century.By His Son.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: 1428654097
• ISBN13: 9781428654099
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"