The Lives Of Francis North, Baron Guilford, Sir Dudley North And Dr. John North V1

By Roger North

Book Overview

The Lives of Francis North, Baron Guilford, Sir Dudley North and Dr. John North V1 is a biographical book written by Roger North. The book provides a comprehensive account of the lives of four prominent figures of the North family, who were influential in the political and intellectual circles of 17th-century England. The book begins with the life of Francis North, who rose to prominence as a lawyer and eventually became the Lord Keeper of the Great Seal. His brother, Sir Dudley North, was a successful merchant and economist who played a key role in the development of the English economy. Dr. John North, their younger brother, was a renowned physician and author who made significant contributions to the field of medicine.The book delves into the personal and professional lives of these four individuals, providing insights into their motivations, achievements, and challenges. It also explores their relationships with other notable figures of the time, including King Charles II, John Locke, and Samuel Pepys.Overall, The Lives of Francis North, Baron Guilford, Sir Dudley North and Dr. John North V1 is a fascinating historical account of four remarkable individuals who shaped the course of English history in their own unique ways.In Three Volumes. Together With The Autobiography Of The Author. Roger North (1653-1734) Collected Materials And Revised His Texts For The Lives Of His Brothers For Two Decades. The Life Of Francis Was First Published In 1742 And The Other Two Lives Followed In 1744.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: 1162947799
• ISBN13: 9781162947792
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"