Ehrman, John

The Younger Pitt Volume Three

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ISBN 13:
9781845291426
author:
Ehrman, John
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Constable & Robinson Ltd.
language:
English
Publication Year:
2005
Pages:
576
Genre:
Biographies & True Stories
Condition:
New
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£29.58

Description

The Younger Pitt by John Ehrman is the final volume in a three-part biography of William Pitt the Younger, who served as Prime Minister of England from 1783 to 1801 and again from 1804 until his death in 1806. This book covers the period from 1797 to Pitt's death, a time marked by significant events.

Throughout this concluding part of the biography, Ehrman provides a detailed account of Pitt's life, exploring the complex web of politics and personal relationships that shaped his career. The author draws on extensive research to recreate the atmosphere of late 18th- and early 19th-century England, offering a nuanced understanding of one of Britain's most influential leaders.

With meticulous attention to historical detail, Ehrman sheds new light on Pitt's remarkable life, revealing the challenges he faced and the decisions that defined his time in office. This volume is an essential read for anyone interested in British history or the politics of the late 18th century.

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