William Pitt, Atterbury (1860)

By Thomas Babington Macaulay

Book Overview

""William Pitt, Atterbury"" is a historical biography written by Thomas Babington Macaulay in 1860. The book explores the lives of two prominent figures in British history - William Pitt and Francis Atterbury - and their impact on British politics during the 18th century. The first part of the book focuses on William Pitt, who served as Prime Minister of Great Britain during the Seven Years' War. Macaulay delves into Pitt's early life, his rise to power, and his leadership during the war. He also discusses Pitt's political philosophy and his role in shaping Britain's foreign policy.The second part of the book is dedicated to Francis Atterbury, a bishop and politician who was imprisoned for his involvement in a Jacobite plot to overthrow King George I. Macaulay examines Atterbury's life and career, his political beliefs, and his involvement in the Jacobite movement. He also discusses Atterbury's imprisonment and subsequent exile.Throughout the book, Macaulay provides a detailed and nuanced portrayal of both Pitt and Atterbury, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses as leaders and individuals. He also offers insights into the political and social context of 18th-century Britain, providing readers with a rich understanding of this fascinating period in history.Overall, ""William Pitt, Atterbury"" is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers valuable insights into the lives and legacies of two influential figures in British history.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: 1165778661
• ISBN13: 9781165778669
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"