The life of Henry Labouchere

von Algar Thorold

418 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

In the shadowed corridors of Victorian power, where wit was as sharp as ambition, one man moved deftly among the architects of nineteenth-century Britain. His life unfolds against the backdrop of a society in flux, where the old order clashed with the new and the pulse of reform beat through the heart of Parliament. This compelling biography draws readers into the world of Victorian political figures, capturing both the public triumphs and private complexities of a statesman whose influence touched every corner of British parliamentary history. Every page evokes the atmosphere of Victorian England: the smoky committee rooms, the bustling salons, and the restless energy of an era that shaped modern Britain. With precision and insight, the narrative explores the intricacies of Victorian era politics, revealing the strategies, alliances, and rivalries that defined the age. The subject's journey through the labyrinth of 1800s British society offers a window into the aspirations and anxieties of a nation on the cusp of transformation. The portrait that emerges is not only of a single remarkable figure, but of a generation grappling with questions of progress, identity, and power. For those fascinated by British political history and the personalities who shaped it, this biography is a masterful study in character and context. It captures the spirit of Victorian social history, illuminating both the grandeur and the grit of public service. The prose is elegant yet accessible, inviting general readers, collectors, and lovers of nonfiction alike to immerse themselves in the complexities of the Victorian era. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Europäische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9789376555543
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 22.09.2026
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Alpha Edition