The history of England, from the accession of George III. to the close of…
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| Author | Hunt, William, 1842-1931 |
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| Editor | Hunt, William, 1842-1931 |
| Editor | Poole, Reginald Lane, 1857-1939 |
| Title | The history of England, from the accession of George III. to the close of Pitt's first administration, 1760-1801 |
| Series Title | The political history of England, volume 10 (of 12) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Political History of England" edited by William Hunt and Reginald L. Poole is an extensive historical account written in the early 20th century. This work seeks to present a coherent narrative of England's political history, specifically covering the period from the accession of George III to the close of Pitt's first administration. The book emerges as a comprehensive effort to synthesize the advancements made in historical study during the preceding decades, making use of recent research, corrections of previous errors, and the inclusion of diverse perspectives. At the start of this volume, the narrative introduces George III, highlighting his accession to the throne in 1760 and the general satisfaction it brought to the English populace. The author discusses the king's personal traits and upbringing, as well as his early political aspirations, which included a desire to govern independently from the dominant Whig party. The opening chapters set the stage for a tumultuous period marked by political maneuvering, including the influence of key figures like John Stuart, the Earl of Bute, and the complexities of British foreign policy amid rising tensions with France and Spain. This portion establishes the groundwork for exploring pivotal events in British history, revealing the interplay between monarchy and parliament during a transformative era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- George III, 1760-1820 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25232 |
| Release Date | Apr 29, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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