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Title: Letters of Lord Acton to Mary, Daughter of the Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone
Note: Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "Letters of Lord Acton to Mary, Daughter of the Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone" by Acton is a collection of personal correspondence written in the late 19th century. This volume presents a fascinating look into the thoughts and reflections of Lord Acton, an eminent historian and liberal thinker, during his correspondence with Mary Gladstone, the daughter of notable statesman W. E. Gladstone. The letters cover a range of topics, reflecting Acton's insights into politics, history, and moral philosophy, as well as the friendship he shared with the Gladstone family. The opening of this collection introduces Lord Acton and sets the context for these letters, highlighting his deep intellectual engagement and the significance of the correspondence to both him and Mary Gladstone. An introductory memoir provides background on Acton's life, revealing his broad knowledge and love for historical analysis, which laid the groundwork for their discussions. The preface indicates that the letters, though edited, retain their intrinsic value and poignancy, offering a glimpse into Acton's worldview and his relationship with one of 19th-century Britain's most prominent political families. Such insights promise to be enlightening for readers interested in historical perspectives on liberty, politics, and faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Acton, John Emerich Edward Dalberg Acton, Baron, 1834-1902
Editor: Paul, Herbert W. (Herbert Woodfield), 1853-1935
EBook No.: 38214
Published: Dec 4, 2011
Downloads: 72
Language: English
Subject: Acton, John Emerich Edward Dalberg Acton, Baron, 1834-1902 -- Correspondence
Subject: Drew, Mary Gladstone, 1847-1927 -- Correspondence
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Letters of Lord Acton to Mary, Daughter of the Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone
Note: Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "Letters of Lord Acton to Mary, Daughter of the Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone" by Acton is a collection of personal correspondence written in the late 19th century. This volume presents a fascinating look into the thoughts and reflections of Lord Acton, an eminent historian and liberal thinker, during his correspondence with Mary Gladstone, the daughter of notable statesman W. E. Gladstone. The letters cover a range of topics, reflecting Acton's insights into politics, history, and moral philosophy, as well as the friendship he shared with the Gladstone family. The opening of this collection introduces Lord Acton and sets the context for these letters, highlighting his deep intellectual engagement and the significance of the correspondence to both him and Mary Gladstone. An introductory memoir provides background on Acton's life, revealing his broad knowledge and love for historical analysis, which laid the groundwork for their discussions. The preface indicates that the letters, though edited, retain their intrinsic value and poignancy, offering a glimpse into Acton's worldview and his relationship with one of 19th-century Britain's most prominent political families. Such insights promise to be enlightening for readers interested in historical perspectives on liberty, politics, and faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Acton, John Emerich Edward Dalberg Acton, Baron, 1834-1902
Editor: Paul, Herbert W. (Herbert Woodfield), 1853-1935
EBook No.: 38214
Published: Dec 4, 2011
Downloads: 72
Language: English
Subject: Acton, John Emerich Edward Dalberg Acton, Baron, 1834-1902 -- Correspondence
Subject: Drew, Mary Gladstone, 1847-1927 -- Correspondence
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.