Gilmour, David
Curzon: Imperial Statesman
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141990866
- author:
- Gilmour, David
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 704
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 3.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
George Nathaniel Curzon's life was marked by controversy, passion, and a relentless pursuit of power. As Viceroy of India and Foreign Secretary, he left an indelible mark on the era, shaping the course of British history. This biography, written by David Gilmour, offers a rich and dramatic account of Curzon's life, revealing the complexities of his character and the tumultuous events that defined his time in office.
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