The Life of the Rt. Hon. Sir Charles W. Dilke, Volume 2 By: Stephen Lucius Gwynn (1864-1950)
In this second volume of Sir Charles Dilke's biography, Stephen Lucius Gwynn continues to provide readers with an insightful and thorough look into the life of this influential figure. Gwynn skillfully navigates through Dilke's political career, personal life, and his involvement in various social and economic reforms of his time. The book delves into the complexities of Dilke's relationships, both political and personal, providing a comprehensive analysis of his character and motivations. Gwynn's meticulous research and attention to detail shine through in his detailed accounts of Dilke's various political battles and triumphs. While the book offers a wealth of information, at times it can be overwhelming with the sheer volume of historical details and anecdotes. However, Gwynn's engaging writing style keeps the reader interested and invested in Dilke's story. Overall, Gwynn's second volume of Sir Charles Dilke's biography is a valuable addition to the historical literature, shedding light on a lesser-known but significant figure in British history. His thorough research and compelling narrative make this book a must-read for history buffs and enthusiasts of political biographies. First Page: THE LIFE OF THE RT. HON. SIR CHARLES W. DILKE BART., M.P. BEGUN BY STEPHEN GWYNN, M.P. COMPLETED AND EDITED BY GERTRUDE M. TUCKWELL LITERARY EXECUTRIX OF SIR CHARLES DILKE WITH PORTRAITS AND ILLUSTRATIONS IN TWO VOLUMES VOL. II. CONTENTS OF VOL. II. CHAPTER XXXIV. HOME AFFAIRS (OCTOBER, 1883, TO DECEMBER, 1884) XXXV. EGYPT (1884) XXXVI. FRANCHISE AND REDISTRIBUTION (JULY TO DECEMBER, 1884) XXXVII. FOREIGN AFFAIRS IN 1884 XXXVIII. DIVIDED COUNSELS (JANUARY AND FEBRUARY, 1885) XXXIX. THE FALL OF KHARTOUM AND THE PENJDEH INCIDENT XL. REDISTRIBUTION: COERCION AND DEVOLUTION (1885) XLI. FALL OF ADMINISTRATION (JUNE TO JULY, 1885) XLII. OUT OF OFFICE (JULY, 1885) XLIII. THE TURNING POINT (JULY, 1885, TO JULY, 1886) XLIV. THE RADICAL PROGRAMME VERSUS HOME RULE (JULY TO DECEMBER, 1885) XLV. BEGINNING OF THE HOME RULE SPLIT (DECEMBER, 1885, TO FEBRUARY, 1886) XLVI. THE FIRST HOME RULE BILL (FEBRUARY TO JULY, 1886) XLVII. LADY DILKE 76, SLOANE STREET XLVIII. FOREIGN POLICY XLIX. PUBLIC LIFE AND RETURN TO PARLIAMENT (1886 1894) L. INDIA AND FRANCE RHODES AND BISMARCK (1886 1892) LI. PERSONAL LIFE IN OPPOSITION (1895 1904) LII. LABOUR (1870 1911) LIII. WORK FOR NATIVE RACES (1870 1911) LIV. THE BRITISH ARMY LV. IMPERIAL DEFENCE LVI... Continue reading book >>

The Life of the Rt. Hon. Sir Charles W. Dilke, Volume 2 By: Stephen Lucius Gwynn (1864-1950)

In this second volume of Sir Charles Dilke's biography, Stephen Lucius Gwynn continues to provide readers with an insightful and thorough look into the life of this influential figure. Gwynn skillfully navigates through Dilke's political career, personal life, and his involvement in various social and economic reforms of his time.

The book delves into the complexities of Dilke's relationships, both political and personal, providing a comprehensive analysis of his character and motivations. Gwynn's meticulous research and attention to detail shine through in his detailed accounts of Dilke's various political battles and triumphs.

While the book offers a wealth of information, at times it can be overwhelming with the sheer volume of historical details and anecdotes. However, Gwynn's engaging writing style keeps the reader interested and invested in Dilke's story.

Overall, Gwynn's second volume of Sir Charles Dilke's biography is a valuable addition to the historical literature, shedding light on a lesser-known but significant figure in British history. His thorough research and compelling narrative make this book a must-read for history buffs and enthusiasts of political biographies.

First Page:

THE LIFE OF THE RT. HON.

SIR CHARLES W. DILKE

BART., M.P.

BEGUN BY STEPHEN GWYNN, M.P.

COMPLETED AND EDITED BY

GERTRUDE M. TUCKWELL

LITERARY EXECUTRIX OF SIR CHARLES DILKE

WITH PORTRAITS AND ILLUSTRATIONS

IN TWO VOLUMES

VOL. II.

CONTENTS OF VOL. II.

CHAPTER

XXXIV. HOME AFFAIRS (OCTOBER, 1883, TO DECEMBER, 1884)

XXXV. EGYPT (1884)

XXXVI. FRANCHISE AND REDISTRIBUTION (JULY TO DECEMBER, 1884)

XXXVII. FOREIGN AFFAIRS IN 1884

XXXVIII. DIVIDED COUNSELS (JANUARY AND FEBRUARY, 1885)

XXXIX. THE FALL OF KHARTOUM AND THE PENJDEH INCIDENT

XL. REDISTRIBUTION: COERCION AND DEVOLUTION (1885)

XLI. FALL OF ADMINISTRATION (JUNE TO JULY, 1885)

XLII. OUT OF OFFICE (JULY, 1885)

XLIII. THE TURNING POINT (JULY, 1885, TO JULY, 1886)

XLIV. THE RADICAL PROGRAMME VERSUS HOME RULE (JULY TO DECEMBER, 1885)

XLV. BEGINNING OF THE HOME RULE SPLIT (DECEMBER, 1885, TO FEBRUARY, 1886)

XLVI. THE FIRST HOME RULE BILL (FEBRUARY TO JULY, 1886)

XLVII. LADY DILKE 76, SLOANE STREET

XLVIII. FOREIGN POLICY

XLIX. PUBLIC LIFE AND RETURN TO PARLIAMENT (1886 1894)

L. INDIA AND FRANCE RHODES AND BISMARCK (1886 1892)

LI. PERSONAL LIFE IN OPPOSITION (1895 1904)

LII. LABOUR (1870 1911)

LIII. WORK FOR NATIVE RACES (1870 1911)

LIV. THE BRITISH ARMY

LV. IMPERIAL DEFENCE

LVI... Continue reading book >>

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