David Lloyd George: The Man and The Statesman V1 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163216323)

""David Lloyd George: The Man and The Statesman V1"" is a comprehensive biography of the Welsh politician who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1916 to 1922. Written by J. Hugh Edwards, a historian and journalist, the book explores Lloyd George's personal and political life, from his childhood in Wales to his rise to power in the British government. The book covers Lloyd George's early career as a lawyer and his entry into politics as a Liberal MP. It examines his role in the Liberal Party's split over Irish Home Rule and his eventual rise to the position of Chancellor of the Exchequer. The book also delves into Lloyd George's leadership during World War I, including his role in the formation of the wartime coalition government and his efforts to win the war.Throughout the book, Edwards explores Lloyd George's political ideology and his impact on British politics. He also provides insight into Lloyd George's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his mistresses.Overall, ""David Lloyd George: The Man and The Statesman V1"" offers a detailed and engaging portrait of one of Britain's most influential politicians. It is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, politics, or the life of David Lloyd George.""1929. Part One of Two. This biography is an illuminating picture of the rise of David Lloyd George from abject poverty in a little Welsh village to the highest post in the British Empire, written by the Honorable J. Hugh Edwards, a Member of Parliament and a lifelong friend of the great commoner. As a young boy, without money, his father dead, living with his uncle who was a cobbler, he educated himself and rose to the highest post in the British Empire, that of Prime Minister, at the most critical period in its history. A great figure such as our own Abraham Lincoln, who was ever his guiding star. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: J. Hugh Edwards
ISBN-10: 1163216321
ISBN-13: 9781163216323
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 384
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.61lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d