9781417959112

Lloyd George

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ISBN13: 9781417959112

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Overview

""Lloyd George: The Man And His Story"" is a biography of David Lloyd George, a prominent British politician who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1916 to 1922. Written by Frank Dilnot, a British journalist and broadcaster, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Lloyd George's life and career, from his humble beginnings in Wales to his rise to power in the British government.The book begins with Lloyd George's childhood in a small Welsh village, where he was raised by his mother and uncle after his father's death. It then follows his early political career as a member of parliament, where he quickly gained a reputation as a skilled orator and reformer. Dilnot explores Lloyd George's role in the Liberal Party, including his support for social welfare programs and his opposition to the Boer War.The book also delves into Lloyd George's leadership during World War I, where he played a key role in the formation of the coalition government and the successful prosecution of the war. It examines his controversial policies, including the introduction of conscription and the suppression of civil liberties, as well as his efforts to negotiate a peace settlement with Germany.Throughout the book, Dilnot provides insights into Lloyd George's personality, including his charm, wit, and ambition, as well as his flaws and weaknesses. He also explores the impact of Lloyd George's personal life on his political career, including his relationships with women and his struggles with depression.Overall, ""Lloyd George: The Man And His Story"" offers a fascinating portrait of one of the most influential politicians in British history, and provides valuable insights into the social, political, and cultural context of the early 20th 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.

ISBN-13

9781417959112

ISBN-10

1417959118

Weight

0.66 Pounds

Dimensions

6.00 x 0.46 x 9.00 In

List Price

$24.95

Format

Paperback

Publisher

Kessinger Publishing

Published On

2005-04-01



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