W. E. Gladstone: Anecdotes And Reminiscences (1898)

By John Gordon Swift MacNeill and J.G. Swift MacNeill

Book Overview

W. E. Gladstone: Anecdotes And Reminiscences is a book written by John Gordon Swift Macneill in 1898. The book is a collection of anecdotes and reminiscences about William Ewart Gladstone, a British statesman who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on four separate occasions. The author, Macneill, was a contemporary of Gladstone's and had the opportunity to observe him closely over the years. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Gladstone's life and career. Some of the topics covered include Gladstone's early years, his political rise, his religious beliefs, and his personal relationships. The anecdotes and reminiscences included in the book are drawn from a variety of sources, including personal conversations with Gladstone, newspaper articles, and other contemporary accounts. Overall, W. E. Gladstone: Anecdotes And Reminiscences provides a unique and personal perspective on one of the most important figures in British political history. The book is an interesting and engaging read for anyone interested in Gladstone, British politics, or the Victorian era more broadly.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: 1165760185
• ISBN13: 9781165760183
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"