Publisher's Synopsis
Margot Asquith an Autobiography V2 is the second volume of the autobiography of Margot Asquith, a British socialite, and the wife of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Herbert Henry Asquith. This book covers the period from 1916 to 1920, a time of great change and turmoil in Europe due to World War I. Margot Asquith provides a detailed account of her experiences during this time, including her involvement in political and social events, her travels, and her personal relationships with prominent figures of the time. She also shares her thoughts and opinions on various issues such as women's suffrage, the war, and the changing role of women in society. This book offers a unique perspective on the history of the early 20th century and the lives of the British elite during this time.1920. Part Two of Two. The memoirs of Emma Alice Margaret (Margot) Asquith who married H.H. Asquith, the Home Secretary and became Countess of Oxford and Asquith. In 1905 Asquith became Chancellor of the Exchequer and in 1908 Prime Minister. His wife's leading position in London Society is reflected in her correspondence. From an early age Margot kept a diary and wrote stories and observations about her life. When her sister Laura died in 1886 she compiled an account of her early life, illness and death. In later life she went on to write her autobiography and many other books. She also contributed articles to magazines and newspapers. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417927623.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.