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Excerpt from Life of John Wilkes The materials for a biography of John Wilkes are as adequate as those concerning any other politician of the eighteenth century. The Wilkes MSS. in the British Museum occupy two dozen volumes or more - i.e. Add. MSS. 30865-88 - and contain many thousand letters written by the demagogue and his numerous correspondents. Some of these have been printed in Almon's Life of Wilkes and more in The Letters, from the Year 1774 to the Year 1796, of John Wilkes, Esq., addressed to his Daughter, but the majority are still unpublished. The Diary and the Address Books in particular are invaluable for biographical purposes. In addition to these documents there are many other papers in the Manuscript Room of the British Museum relating to Wilkes. Add. MSS. 22131-2 contain many hundred pages about his trial There are the innumerable references cited by Mr. J. M. Rigg in his excellent monograph in the Dictionary of National Biography. The Hardwicke and the Newcastle MSS. are full of letters dealing with the case of Wilkes. In the Guildhall Library there is a large dossier, bound in three volumes, including many invaluable records of the prosecution of the agitator, which, as far as I am aware, have never been examined previously. The MSS. sold at Sotheby's on August 1, 1913, now in the possession of the author, throw much light upon the boyhood of Wilkes. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left t
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- Publication date2019
- ISBN 10 1331988934
- ISBN 13 9781331988939
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages536
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and times of John Wilkes, a pivotal figure in 18th-century English politics. Wilkes, a wealthy landowner and socialite, rose to prominence through his outspoken criticism of the government, particularly his attacks on the policies of King George III. The author skillfully weaves together personal anecdotes, political machinations, and social commentary to paint a vivid portrait of Wilkes' rise to prominence as a controversial figure. The book explores the political landscape of the time, with its intricate system of patronage and influence, and illuminates how Wilkes' fiery personality and audacious pronouncements challenged the established order. Through extensive research and a wealth of primary sources, the author provides intimate details of Wilkes' personal life, including his relationships, his financial struggles, and his interactions with the leading figures of the day. The author meticulously investigates Wilkes' controversial career as a politician, his imprisonment for seditious libel, and his subsequent rise to become a champion of liberty and a vocal advocate for democratic reform. This book provides a compelling account of a man who defied convention, challenged authority, and left an enduring mark on the course of English history. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331988939_0
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