Overview
Retrospect: An Unfinished Autobiography 1848-1886 is a memoir written by Arthur James Balfour, the First Earl of Balfour. The book covers Balfour's life from his childhood in Scotland to his time as a prominent politician in the late 19th century. Balfour was a member of the Conservative Party and served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1902 to 1905. The autobiography is incomplete, as Balfour died before he could finish it. However, the book still provides valuable insights into Balfour's life and political career. Balfour was a prolific writer and philosopher, and his memoirs offer a unique perspective on the political and social issues of his time. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Balfour's education, his family life, his travels, and his political career. Balfour was a key figure in the Conservative Party during the late Victorian era, and his memoirs shed light on the party's policies and strategies during this period. Retrospect: An Unfinished Autobiography 1848-1886 is a fascinating read for anyone interested in British history, politics, or philosophy. Balfour's writing is engaging and insightful, and his memoirs provide a valuable window into the life of one of the most important political figures of the late 19th century.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: Arthur James First Earl of Balfour
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jun 13, 2008
- | Number of Pages: 264 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 1436685842
- | ISBN-13: 9781436685849
