Hague, William
William Pitt the Younger: A Biography
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007147205
- author:
- Hague, William
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harper Perennial
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 4.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
William Pitt the Younger by William Hague At just twenty-four years old, William Pitt became one of Britain's most influential leaders. Despite facing significant challenges from an early age, he went on to dominate British politics for nearly two decades. This biography offers a fresh perspective on Pitt's remarkable life and career. Pitt's story is marked by both great success and devastating failure. He brought about the union with Ireland, navigated complex domestic crises, and led Britain through a period of significant war with France. Yet, despite his many achievements, he struggled to maintain power in the face of opposition at home and military defeat abroad. This biography brings Pitt's remarkable story to life with drama, wit, and authority.
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