The Vanished Pomps of Yesterday by Lord Frederic Hamilton

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Author Hamilton, Frederic, Lord, 1856-1928
LoC No. 21018090
Title The Vanished Pomps of Yesterday
Being Some Random Reminiscences of a British Diplomat
Note Reading ease score: 56.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "The Vanished Pomps of Yesterday" by Lord Frederic Hamilton is a collection of reminiscences from a British diplomat written in the early 20th century. The book captures the opulence and splendor of the faded courts of Eastern Europe, particularly focusing on the societal changes following World War I that led to the dissolution of these aristocratic wonders. Through personal anecdotes and keen observations, the author revisits moments from his diplomatic encounters, shedding light on the cultural and political atmospheres of the time. At the start of the memoir, the author reflects on the dramatic transformations that swept across Europe post-1914, particularly lamenting the loss of grandeur associated with the imperial courts of Russia, Germany, and Austria. He shares his early experiences as a young diplomat, detailing his assignments in Rome and Berlin during a time of significant political turmoil. The narrative introduces various notable figures he encountered, including Bismarck, and vividly describes the contrasting lifestyles between the aristocratic elite and the more mundane existence of diplomatic life. Through rich imagery and an engaging tone, the opening sets the stage for further explorations of the unique customs, personalities, and historical events that defined the grand but ultimately vanished pomps of a bygone era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject Europe -- Social life and customs
Subject Courts and courtiers
Subject Hamilton, Frederic, Lord, 1856-1928
Subject Diplomats -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject South America -- Social life and customs
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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