The Life Of Sir Charles W. Dilke V1 (1917)

The Life of Sir Charles W. Dilke V1 is a book written by Stephen Gwynn and published in 1917. The book is a biography of Sir Charles W. Dilke, a prominent British politician and intellectual in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book covers Dilke's life from his birth in 1843 to his political career, which began in the 1860s and continued until his death in 1911. Dilke was a member of Parliament, a radical reformer, and a champion of women's rights. He was also a prolific writer and thinker, publishing numerous books on politics, history, and social issues.The book provides a detailed account of Dilke's personal life, including his marriage and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Florence Nightingale and George Bernard Shaw. It also delves into Dilke's political beliefs and actions, including his advocacy for Irish Home Rule and his opposition to British imperialism.Throughout the book, Gwynn provides a nuanced and balanced portrait of Dilke, highlighting his strengths and weaknesses as a politician and as a person. The book is well-researched and provides a valuable insight into the political and social landscape of late Victorian and Edwardian Britain.In Two Volumes.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.