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Walpole, Horace
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1797
Orford, Horace Walpole, Earl of
Walpole, Horatio
Marshall, William
Muralto, Onuphrio
Le Marchant, Denis
1795
1874
Marchant, Denis Le
Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Third, Volume 3 (of 4)
Memoirs of the Reign of King George III, Volume 3 (of 4)
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"Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Third, Volume 3 (of 4)" by Horace Walpole is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume continues Walpole’s detailed chronicle of political events, debates, and personalities during the reign of King George III, particularly focusing on the intricacies of governance and the tensions between various political factions. The book's topic encompasses the political landscape of Britain, including significant issues like taxation and colonial governance, alongside personal narratives of influential figures such as Charles Townshend and Lord Chatham. The opening of the memoir sets the stage with discussions about East Indian affairs, highlighting the political maneuverings and conflicts between ministers and opposition figures, such as Wilkes and the Duke of Grafton. It captures the atmosphere of parliamentary debates and the intricate relationships that define personal and political alliances. Walpole also shares insights into major historical events, like the expulsion of the Jesuits from Spain, reflecting on the far-reaching implications of these occurrences. The narrative offers a glimpse into the chaotic dynamics of the British government, setting the tone for the controversies and conflicts that characterized this period in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Great Britain -- History -- George III, 1760-1820
Great Britain -- History -- 1760-1789
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