18th Century British History - Georgian Era (1715-1837), Great Britain - Political Biography, Great Britain - Pre-20th Century - Politics & Government

The Younger Pitt

Name: The Younger Pitt
Author: Michael Duffy
ISBN: 9780582052796

by Michael Duffy

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The Younger Pitt was a phenomenon: he was not only Britain's youngest, but also her second-longest serving Prime Minister to date, acting as premier for 19 of his 25 years in Parliament until cut short by his early death at 46. In examining his career, this Profile focuses on the means by which Pitt gained and maintained his hold on power. In particular this book: provides new insights into his relations with George III; shows his ascendancy over cabinet colleagues; explains the methods of his control of parliament; and for the first time analyses his skill as a manipulator of public opinion." "Relating Pitt's career to what was happening on the international stage, the book covers the effect of the loss of America and, critically, the struggle against Revolutionary and Napoleonic France, the strains of which were eventually to kill him." "This book is vital reading for all those with an interest in eighteenth-century Britain and Europe.

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William Pitt (1759-1806) was not only Britain's youngest Prime Minister, but also the second-longest serving, being premier for 19 of his 25 years in Parliament until his early death. Duffy (history, U. of Exeter) focuses on the means by which he gained and maintained his hold on power, particularly his relations with George III, his ascendance over cabinet colleagues, his methods for controlling Parliament, and his skill as a manipulator of public opinion. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)