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Retrospect: An Unfinished Autobiography 1848-1886

Retrospect: An Unfinished Autobiography 1848-1886

Balfour, Arthur James First Earl of

Hardcover

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesGeneral Political Science

ISBN10: 1164494759
ISBN13: 9781164494751
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 264
Weight: 1.23
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Retrospect: An Unfinished Autobiography 1848-1886 is a book written by Arthur James Balfour, the First Earl of Balfour. It is a personal account of his life from his childhood in Scotland to his early years in politics in England. The book covers a period of 38 years, from 1848 to 1886, and includes Balfour's experiences in academia, law, and politics.Balfour was a prominent figure in British politics and served as Prime Minister from 1902 to 1905. In Retrospect, he provides insight into his early years and the events that shaped his political views. He writes about his education at Eton and Cambridge, his legal career, and his involvement in politics as a member of Parliament.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Balfour's childhood and education, while the second part focuses on his political career. Balfour writes about his experiences in Parliament, including his work on the Irish Land Act and his involvement in the Conservative Party.Although the book is unfinished, it provides a valuable insight into the life of one of Britain's most prominent politicians. Balfour's writing is engaging and provides a unique perspective on the political and social climate of the time. Retrospect is a must-read for anyone interested in British politics and history.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.

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