A Memoir Of The Right Honorable William Edward Hartpole Lecky (1909) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164539001)

""A Memoir Of The Right Honorable William Edward Hartpole Lecky"" is a biographical work written by Lecky's wife, Elisabeth Van Dedem, and published in 1909. The book provides an intimate portrait of Lecky, a prominent Irish historian and politician of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It chronicles his life from his childhood in Ireland to his education at Trinity College, Dublin, his career as a writer and historian, and his political activities as a member of the British Parliament. Van Dedem also delves into Lecky's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his friendships with notable figures such as John Stuart Mill and Gladstone. The book is a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most important intellectuals of his time, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Ireland, British politics, and the intellectual currents of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.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.

Author: Elisabeth Van Dedem Lecky
ISBN-10: 1164539000
ISBN-13: 9781164539001
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 462
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.93d