Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Ralph Bernal Osborne, written by Philip Henry Bagenal and published in 1884, is a biographical account of the life and career of Ralph Bernal Osborne. Osborne was a British politician who served as a Member of Parliament for various constituencies from 1830 to 1865. The book covers Osborne's early life, education, and family background, as well as his political career and personal life. It provides insight into the political climate of the time, including the Reform Act of 1832 and the Chartist movement. Bagenal's account is based on extensive research and personal knowledge of Osborne, as the author was a close friend and colleague of the politician. The book includes personal anecdotes and letters, providing a glimpse into Osborne's personality and relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Disraeli and Gladstone. Overall, The Life of Ralph Bernal Osborne offers a detailed and engaging portrait of a prominent figure in British politics during the 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.