Charles James Fox (1909)

By Henry Offley Wakeman

Book Overview

""Charles James Fox"" is a biography of the prominent British politician and statesman, Charles James Fox, written by historian Henry Offley Wakeman and first published in 1909. The book provides a comprehensive account of Fox's life and political career, spanning from his early years as a member of parliament to his rise as a prominent figure in the Whig party and his eventual tenure as foreign secretary.Wakeman delves into Fox's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with addiction, as well as his political ideologies and beliefs. The author also provides a detailed analysis of Fox's role in major political events of the time, such as the American Revolution and the French Revolution, and his relationships with other notable figures such as William Pitt the Younger and Edmund Burke.Throughout the book, Wakeman emphasizes Fox's commitment to progressive ideals and his advocacy for social and political reform. He also highlights Fox's reputation as an exceptional orator and his ability to inspire and mobilize his supporters.Overall, ""Charles James Fox"" offers a thorough and engaging portrait of one of Britain's most influential politicians, shedding light on both his personal life and his lasting impact on British politics and society.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164092820
• ISBN13: 9781164092827
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"