Explore a sharp, contemporary-feeling critique of politics and leadership as Britain’s governing class wrestles with change.
In this nonfiction work, readers are invited to consider how ministers are chosen, how public opinion and faction shape policy, and how power shifts alter the course of a nation. The writing analyzes the motives and actions of political figures, offering a lens on governance during a time of upheaval and reform.
- Learn how appetite for influence can drive careers and crust over merit.
- See arguments about experience, readiness, and the proper use of power.
- Explore how alliances and rivalries influence national policy and direction.
- Get a clearer view of how political risk, judgment, and integrity are weighed in times of transition.
Ideal for readers of political history, governance, and 18th-century public life.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book scrutinizes the political events leading to the removal of the Earl of Bute as Secretary of State in 1763. Accusing Bute of wielding excessive influence over the King, the author presents a detailed account of how Bute favored his supporters and antagonized his opponents, particularly Prime Minister John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute. The author also examines the unsteady and ineffective leadership of Bute's successor, George Grenville. Through an analysis of public letters and speeches, the author argues that Bute's political downfall resulted from his inability to navigate the complex dynamics of British politics and his failure to secure the support of key individuals. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330845929_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330845929
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330845929
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25856206/1
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