Publisher's Synopsis
The Extraordinary Red Book, written by A Commoner and published in 1819, is a comprehensive guide that lists all the places, pensions, and sinecures in England, along with the salaries and emoluments associated with each one. The book provides an in-depth look at the various positions and benefits available to those in government and public service at the time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the workings of the British government and the distribution of public funds. The title of the book refers to the color of the cover, which was traditionally used for important government documents. Overall, The Extraordinary Red Book is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on the inner workings of the British government in the early 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.