Overview
The book ""Life And Times Of The Right Hon. John Bright"" by Robertson, William is a comprehensive biography of one of the most prominent British politicians of the 19th century. John Bright was a radical Liberal politician who championed causes such as free trade, religious freedom, and parliamentary reform. The book traces his life from his humble beginnings as the son of a Quaker cotton spinner to his rise to prominence in the House of Commons and his eventual retirement from politics.The author provides a detailed account of Bright's political career, including his involvement in the Anti-Corn Law League and his role in the passage of the Reform Act of 1867. The book also explores Bright's personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Priestman and his close friendship with fellow politician Richard Cobden.Throughout the book, the author provides insights into the political and social climate of the time, as well as the key issues and debates of the day. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of Britain's most influential politicians. It is an essential read for anyone interested in British political history or the Victorian era.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.
- | Author: William Robertson
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jul 25, 2006
- | Number of Pages: 612 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1428654496
- | ISBN-13: 9781428654495
