Politics and Letters (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Escott, T. H. S.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330397517 ISBN 13 : 9781330397510

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A vivid portrait of John Bright and the debates that shaped Victorian Britain. This volume examines Bright’s rise as a reform voice and his role in major questions of his era, from war and peace to trade and Irish policy. It highlights how his eloquence moved Parliament, influenced public opinion, and helped drive reform, even as opinions about his ideas mattered less than the force of his speeches.

The book surveys Bright’s career, showing how his beliefs and bold rhetoric shaped policy and politics. It places his work in the broader currents of the Manchester school and Liberal reform, offering context for his enduring legacy.

• How Bright spoke to defend peace and challenge militarism in Parliament


• His influence on free trade, abolition of paper duties, and reform efforts


• Key moments with Cobden and other reformers, and their lasting impact


• Effect of Bright’s oratory on public opinion and parliamentary practice

Ideal for readers of political history and biographical sketches of influential reformers.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Originally published in 1886. This volume from the Cornell University Library's print collections was scanned on an APT BookScan and converted to JPG 2000 format by Kirtas Technologies. All titles scanned cover to cover and pages may include marks notations and other marginalia present in the original volume.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330397517
• ISBN 13: 9781330397510
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 328
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