The Life Of John Bright

By George Macaulay Trevelyan

Book Overview

The Life of John Bright is a biography written by George Macaulay Trevelyan that tells the story of one of the most influential British politicians of the 19th century. John Bright was a champion of free trade, religious freedom, and parliamentary reform, and his ideas helped shape the modern British political landscape. Trevelyan's biography covers Bright's life from his childhood in Rochdale, Lancashire, to his rise to political prominence as a member of Parliament for Manchester. The book explores Bright's role in the Anti-Corn Law League, his friendship with Richard Cobden, and his advocacy for peace and non-intervention in foreign affairs. The biography also delves into Bright's personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Priestman and his close relationship with his sister, Priscilla. Trevelyan draws on a wealth of primary sources, including letters and diaries, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of Bright's character and beliefs. Overall, The Life of John Bright is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the political and social context of 19th-century Britain, as well as the life of one of its most important figures.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: 1430473673
• ISBN13: 9781430473671
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.5" x 9.3"