A clear, balanced look at Ireland’s politics under Lord De Grey and Peel’s era, explored through policy, opinion, and reform.
Governing Ireland Under Lord De Grey presents a careful, contemporary-style study of Irish governance in the early 1840s. It examines how Peel’s ministry framed policy, managed public opinion, and sought to stabilize a country riven by agitation, faction, and calls for reform. The book weighs different political currents without glossing over controversy, offering a steady guide to a pivotal period in Irish history.
Readers will gain insight into the challenges of governing Ireland, the roles of key actors, and the strategies used to maintain peace and order. The narrative traces how legislation, public sentiment, and leadership interacted to shape events, while keeping the focus on practical outcomes and implications for the broader empire.
Ideal for readers of 19th‑century politics and Irish history, as well as students seeking a concise, measured account of a turbulent era.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the period of Irish history from 1841 to 1844, when Ireland was governed by Sir Robert Peel's Conservative administration. The author provides a nuanced analysis of the political landscape, exploring the complex interplay between the government, the Catholic Church, and the Repeal movement led by Daniel O'Connell. The book argues that Peel's government, despite facing significant opposition from both extremes of the political spectrum, ultimately succeeded in preserving peace and stability in Ireland through a combination of conciliation and coercion. The author also highlights the government's efforts to address the social and economic grievances that fueled the Repeal movement, particularly through the establishment of a commission to investigate the condition of the Irish peasantry. The book offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of this pivotal period in Irish history, shedding light on the challenges and complexities of governing Ireland during a time of great political and social upheaval. 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 9781527869103_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781527869103
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781527869103
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