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The Regency Question: Being a Re-Publication of Papers Written During His Majesty's Illness, in the Year 1788; With a New Preface (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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The evanescence of party writing is a proverbial truth. Easy and buzzing, the general fate of party writers resembles the fate (y the wasp; ive flutter in the blaze; and, having exhausted our stings, soon fall forgotten not often leaving any more durable memorials of our labour, than is iejt by those reptiles, whose oenoin alone preserves a momentary recollection of their noisy, noxious, existence.
Or if it happen that, among the race that write' upon passing politics, there be, who, straying from the beaten track, maintain the conflict, not unmixed with some; good nature, still, the perishableness of their productions is not altered by their abberrations towards benevolence. With a scant chance of the li/e tabconic in every author's creed,' the party-writer mav find his grati fication in the bubble vanity, or in the meagre contingency (j lucre - for immortality-he lives to little purpose.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the Regency Question of 1788, exploring a period of political upheaval during the reign of George III. The author meticulously examines the arguments surrounding the proposed Regency, highlighting the clash between those who sought to limit the powers of the Prince of Wales as Regent and those who advocated for his full authority. Throughout the book, the author delves into the historical precedents of Regencies in England, focusing on the delicate balance between safeguarding the rights of the monarch and ensuring the stability of the government during periods of incapacity. The author also explores the personal qualities and political leanings of the Prince of Wales, discussing the concerns and expectations of the British people regarding his potential Regency. Through rigorous analysis and historical context, the author sheds light on the complex political landscape of the time, offering insights into the interplay between monarchy, Parliament, and public opinion. This book provides a valuable examination of the Regency Question, offering a deeper understanding of the challenges and consequences of power dynamics within the British monarchy. 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 # 9781331394419_0
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