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Title: Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 1 (of 3)

Alternate Title: Memoirs of the Reign of King George II, Volume 1 (of 3)

Note: Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

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Summary: "Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 1" by Horace Walpole is a historical account likely written in the late 18th century. This work presents a personal narrative intertwined with political commentary, detailing the events and intrigues of Walpole's time in Parliament and his observations on the court's key figures, particularly as they relate to the governance under King George II. Through his unique perspective, Walpole sheds light on the complexities of political relationships and the social milieu of the era. At the start of the memoirs, the author outlines the political complexities at the beginning of 1751, emphasizing the rivalries within the British government, particularly among the Dukes of Newcastle and Bedford, as well as their associates. He provides detailed accounts of key events and debates occurring in Parliament, including the dismissal of Lord Harrington and divisions related to military funding. Moreover, the opening sections introduce characters like Mr. Pitt, Mr. Murray, and Lord Egmont, setting the scene for a politically charged atmosphere rife with personal animosities and strategic maneuvering among aristocrats and politicians. Walpole’s observations offer a vivid glimpse into the tumultuous political landscape of the period, underscored by a blend of personal insights and anecdotal evidence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797

Editor: Holland, Henry Richard Vassall, Baron, 1773-1840

EBook No.: 57016

Published: Apr 21, 2018

Downloads: 76

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- History -- George II, 1727-1760

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-13T01:33:46Z Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 1 (of 3)

This edition has images.

Title: Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 1 (of 3)

Alternate Title: Memoirs of the Reign of King George II, Volume 1 (of 3)

Note: Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by MWS, John Campbell and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 1" by Horace Walpole is a historical account likely written in the late 18th century. This work presents a personal narrative intertwined with political commentary, detailing the events and intrigues of Walpole's time in Parliament and his observations on the court's key figures, particularly as they relate to the governance under King George II. Through his unique perspective, Walpole sheds light on the complexities of political relationships and the social milieu of the era. At the start of the memoirs, the author outlines the political complexities at the beginning of 1751, emphasizing the rivalries within the British government, particularly among the Dukes of Newcastle and Bedford, as well as their associates. He provides detailed accounts of key events and debates occurring in Parliament, including the dismissal of Lord Harrington and divisions related to military funding. Moreover, the opening sections introduce characters like Mr. Pitt, Mr. Murray, and Lord Egmont, setting the scene for a politically charged atmosphere rife with personal animosities and strategic maneuvering among aristocrats and politicians. Walpole’s observations offer a vivid glimpse into the tumultuous political landscape of the period, underscored by a blend of personal insights and anecdotal evidence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797

Editor: Holland, Henry Richard Vassall, Baron, 1773-1840

EBook No.: 57016

Published: Apr 21, 2018

Downloads: 76

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- History -- George II, 1727-1760

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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