Secret Service Under Pitt (1892)

By William John Fitzpatrick

Book Overview

""Secret Service Under Pitt"" is a historical book written by William John Fitzpatrick, first published in 1892. The book is a detailed account of the secret service during the time of William Pitt the Younger, who served as the Prime Minister of Great Britain during the late 18th century.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the secret service system during Pitt's tenure and sheds light on the various espionage and intelligence-gathering activities that were carried out during that period. The author also delves into the political and social context of the time, highlighting the challenges faced by the government in maintaining national security and preventing espionage.Fitzpatrick draws on a range of primary sources, including government records, letters, and memoirs, to provide a vivid and engaging account of the secret service under Pitt. He also includes a number of anecdotes and stories about the spies and secret agents who operated during this time, adding a human dimension to the historical narrative.Overall, ""Secret Service Under Pitt"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique insight into the secret world of espionage and intelligence gathering during a pivotal period in British history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of intelligence services and the role they played in shaping the modern world.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: 1120701686
• ISBN13: 9781120701688
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 450 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"