Life of William Pitt

By Thomas Babington Macaulay and R F Winch

Book Overview

The book ""Life of William Pitt"" by Thomas Babington Macaulay was published in 1877. It is a biography of William Pitt, who was a British statesman and the youngest Prime Minister in the history of the United Kingdom. Macaulay, a renowned historian and politician, provides a comprehensive account of Pitt's life and career, from his early years as a member of Parliament to his rise to power as Prime Minister. The book covers Pitt's major accomplishments, including his role in the American War of Independence, his efforts to reform the British government, and his leadership during the Napoleonic Wars. Macaulay also explores Pitt's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, and his struggles with illness and addiction. The book is a detailed and engaging portrait of one of the most important figures in British history, and offers valuable insights into the political and social climate of the time.Preceded By The Life Of The Earl Of Chatham.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: 1166595447
• ISBN13: 9781166595449
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"