The Life And Speeches Of John Bright (1882)

von George Barnett Smith, John Bright

708 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Life and Speeches of John Bright is a book written by John Bright himself and published in 1882. It is a comprehensive account of his life and political career, including his early years as a Quaker, his involvement in the Anti-Corn Law League, and his role as a prominent member of the Liberal Party in the British Parliament.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a biographical account of Bright's life, starting with his childhood in Rochdale and ending with his retirement from political life in 1881. It covers his early education, his business ventures, his marriage and family life, and his political activities.The second part of the book is a collection of some of Bright's most famous speeches, including his speeches on the Corn Laws, the Reform Bill, and the Irish Question. These speeches showcase Bright's eloquence and his commitment to social justice and political reform.Overall, The Life and Speeches of John Bright is an important historical document that provides insight into the life and political career of one of the most influential politicians of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, politics, or public speaking.Two Volumes In One.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Politik und Staat Politische Strukturen und Prozesse Politische Führer und Führung
• ISBN: 9781104496197
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.05.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC