Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Memoirs And Correspondence Of Viscount Castlereagh V1: Second Marquess Of Londonderry"" is a historical account of the life and times of Robert Stewart, who was the second Marquess of Londonderry and also known as Viscount Castlereagh. The book is authored by Robert S. Castlereagh, who is a descendant of the Viscount.The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering the early life of Viscount Castlereagh, his education, and his entry into politics. The second volume covers his tenure as the Foreign Secretary of Great Britain, his role in the Congress of Vienna, and his eventual suicide.The book is a collection of memoirs and correspondence of Viscount Castlereagh, which provides a unique insight into the political and social climate of the time. The correspondence includes letters exchanged between Viscount Castlereagh and other prominent figures of the time, such as the Duke of Wellington, Lord Liverpool, and King George IV.The book also sheds light on the personal life of Viscount Castlereagh, including his marriage to Lady Amelia Hobart and their troubled relationship. The author has used primary sources such as letters, diaries, and official documents to provide an accurate and detailed account of Viscount Castlereagh's life.Overall, ""Memoirs And Correspondence Of Viscount Castlereagh V1: Second Marquess Of Londonderry"" is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a fascinating insight into the life of a prominent political figure of the early 19th century.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.