Excerpt from Diamond Cut Diamond, or Observations on a Pamphlet, Entitled "a Review of the Conduct of His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales": Comprising a Free and Impartial View of Mr. Jefferys, as a Tradesman, Politician, and Courtier, During a Period of Twenty Years
The body politic will soon become a moulder ing system, inflated with perpetual dissention and discord, when its subjects are taught to'look at Princes, as characters possessing all the inferior [qualities of the human heart.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life of trader and politician, Mr. Jefferys, and his close association with the Prince of Wales. Set against the backdrop of late 18th century England, it analyzes the interrelation of aristocracy, wealth, and ambition. Jefferys, a successful jeweller, finds himself caught in the whirlwind of royal patronage and political maneuvering, and the book delves into the complexities of their relationship and its consequences for Jefferys. The author presents a nuanced examination of personal ambition, morality, and the influence of social class in shaping individual destinies and the course of history. Through Jefferys's journey, the book provides insights into the nature of power and the interplay between the public and private spheres during a significant period in British history. Compelling and thought-provoking, this book offers a unique perspective on the social and political landscape of the time, making it a valuable addition to historical and biographical collections. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243099030_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780243099030
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