Length80h 27m
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In "The Life & Legacy of W.E. Gladstone," John Morley provides a meticulous exploration of the life of William Ewart Gladstone, one of Britain's most prominent statesmen and four-time Prime Minister. Morley employs a biographical style that is both narrative and analytical, seamlessly weaving personal anecdotes with critical political contexts of the Victorian era. This work offers profound insights into Gladstone's moral philosophy, his commitment to social reform, and the complexities of his political ideologies, cementing Morley's text as an essential resource for understanding 19th-century British politics. As a close associate of Gladstone, John Morley brings a unique perspective to this biographical account, enriched by his own experiences as a journalist and politician. Morley's admiration for Gladstone's ideals and contributions to liberal thought is palpable throughout the text, reflecting his own values of social justice and political integrity. His nuanced portrayal of Gladstone not only acknowledges his achievements but also critically assesses his failures and contradictions, making it a balanced narrative. For readers interested in political history, biography, and the intricacies of governance, Morley's work is invaluable. It invites readers to reflect on Gladstone's enduring influence on modern liberalism and provides a framework for understanding contemporary political challenges, making it a must-read for scholars and general readers alike.
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length80 hrs 27 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1VOLUME 1
2BOOK I
31809-1831
4CHAPTER I CHILDHOOD
5CHAPTER II ETON
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6CHAPTER III OXFORD
7BOOK II
81882-1846
9CHAPTER I ENTERS PARLIAMENT
10CHAPTER II THE NEW CONSERVATISM AND OFFICE
11CHAPTER III PROGRESS IN PUBLIC LIFE
12CHAPTER IV THE CHURCH
13CHAPTER V HIS FIRST BOOK
14CHAPTER VI CHARACTERISTICS
15CHAPTER VII CLOSE OF APPRENTICESHIP
16CHAPTER VIII PEEL'S GOVERNMENT
17CHAPTER IX MAYNOOTH
18CHAPTER X TRIUMPH OF POLICY AND FALL OF THE MINISTER
19CHAPTER XI THE TRACTARIAN CATASTROPHE
20BOOK III
211847-1852
22CHAPTER I MEMBER FOR OXFORD
23CHAPTER II THE HAWARDEN ESTATE
24CHAPTER III PARTY EVOLUTION—NEW COLONIAL POLICY
25CHAPTER IV DEATH OF SIR ROBERT PEEL
26CHAPTER V GORHAM CASE—SECESSION OF FRIENDS
27CHAPTER VI NAPLES
28CHAPTER VII RELIGIOUS TORNADO—PEELITE DIFFICULTIES
29CHAPTER VIII END OF PROTECTION
30BOOK IV
311853-1859
32CHAPTER I THE COALITION
33CHAPTER II THE TRIUMPH OF 1853
34CHAPTER III THE CRIMEAN WAR
35CHAPTER IV OXFORD REFORM—OPEN CIVIL SERVICE
36CHAPTER V WAR FINANCE—TAX OR LOAN
37CHAPTER VI CRISIS OF 1855 AND BREAK-UP OF THE PEELITES
38CHAPTER VII POLITICAL ISOLATION
39CHAPTER VIII GENERAL ELECTION—NEW MARRIAGE LAW
40CHAPTER IX THE SECOND DERBY GOVERNMENT
41CHAPTER X THE IONIAN ISLANDS
42CHAPTER XI JUNCTION WITH THE LIBERALS
43APPENDIX CHOICE OF PROFESSION
44CHRONOLOGY394
45Book V.
461859–1868
47Chapter I. The Italian Revolution. (1859–1860)
48Chapter II. The Great Budget. (1860–1861)
49Chapter III. Battle For Economy. (1860–1862)
50Chapter IV. The Spirit Of Gladstonian Finance. (1859–1866)
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