George Canning And His Times

""George Canning and His Times: A Political Study"" is a historical book written by J.A.R. Marriott in 1903. The book is an in-depth analysis of the life and political career of George Canning, a prominent British politician and statesman who served as Foreign Secretary and Prime Minister during the early 19th century.The book traces Canning's rise to power, from his early years as a member of the Whig Party to his eventual switch to the Tory Party, where he became a leading figure. The author provides a detailed account of Canning's political views and his impact on British politics during his time in office.Marriott also examines the broader political and social context of Canning's era, including the Napoleonic Wars, the struggle for Catholic emancipation, and the emergence of new political movements such as Chartism.Overall, ""George Canning and His Times"" is a comprehensive and scholarly study of an important figure in British history, providing valuable insights into the political and social landscape 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.