Life Of William, Earl Of Shelburne

The book ""Life Of William, Earl Of Shelburne: Afterwards First Marquess Of Lansdowne 1766-1776 V2"" is a biography written by Lord Edmond Fitzmaurice. It focuses on the life of William Petty-Fitzmaurice, who was the Earl of Shelburne and later became the first Marquess of Lansdowne. The book covers the period from 1766 to 1776, which was a crucial time in the political career of Shelburne.The author provides a detailed account of Shelburne's life, including his early years, his education, and his entry into politics. The book also covers Shelburne's role in the American Revolution and his efforts to negotiate peace with the United States.The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume covering the years 1771 to 1776. It includes detailed descriptions of Shelburne's political activities during this period, including his role as Prime Minister of Great Britain.Overall, the book provides a comprehensive look at the life of William Petty-Fitzmaurice and his contributions to British politics during the 18th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Great Britain during this period.In Three Volumes. With Extracts From His Papers And Correspondence.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.