Publisher's Synopsis
The Romanes Lecture, 1918: Some Aspects Of The Victorian Age is a book written by Herbert Henry Asquith in 1918. Asquith was a British politician who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1908 to 1916. In this book, Asquith delivers the Romanes Lecture, which is an annual lecture series held at the University of Oxford. The lecture focuses on the Victorian Age, which was a period of British history that lasted from 1837 to 1901, during the reign of Queen Victoria. Asquith discusses various aspects of this time period, including politics, society, and culture. He provides insights into the major events and changes that occurred during this era, such as the rise of industrialization, the expansion of the British Empire, and the emergence of new social movements.Asquith also offers his own opinions and reflections on the Victorian Age, drawing on his personal experiences as a politician and public figure during this time. He provides a nuanced and thoughtful analysis of the era, highlighting both its strengths and weaknesses.Overall, The Romanes Lecture, 1918: Some Aspects Of The Victorian Age is an insightful and informative book that provides a valuable perspective on one of the most important periods in British history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United Kingdom or the Victorian Age specifically.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.
