Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 3 (of 3) by Horace Walpole
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"Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 3 (of 3)" by Horace Walpole is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The volume provides insights into the political landscape during the reign of King George II, detailing the intrigues, conflicts, and power struggles within the British government and its relation to major figures like Mr. Pitt and the Duke of Newcastle. Readers can expect a vivid portrayal of
the complexities of governance during a tumultuous period in British history, with a focus on the shifting alliances and rivalries among influential politicians. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for the political turmoil during 1757, marked by the dismissal and resignation of various ministers and the efforts to form a new administration. Walpole outlines the precarious state of the government, highlighting Mr. Pitt's rising power and popularity, as well as the ongoing parliamentary inquiries into the loss of Minorca. The atmosphere is charged with ambition, as factions vie for control and influence, leading to comical yet serious negotiations and rebuffs among the ruling elites. The tension of the period is palpable, revealing the dynamics of governance as both a drama and a reflection of the social and political anxieties of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Holland, Henry Richard Vassall, Baron, 1773-1840 |
| Title | Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 3 (of 3) |
| Alternate Title | Memoirs of the Reign of King George II, Volume 3 (of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by MWS, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- George II, 1727-1760 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58705 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-58705-9 |
| Release Date | Jan 16, 2019 |
| Last Update | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 328 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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