A Portrait of Influence
Mary Clayton
Broschiertes Buch

A Portrait of Influence

Life and Letters of Arthur Onslow, the Great Speaker

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The first ever collection of the letters of Arthur Onslow (1691-1768), who was the Speaker of the House of Commons for an unsurpassed 33 years and also known as the Great Speaker._ Provides an insight into many interesting aspects of 18th century life as he served during the entire reign of George II, and brought about significant changes to the role of Speaker_ Illustrates his work as a JP and as an MP, but also his philosophical, literary and antiquarian interests, and his pivotal role in the formation of the British Museum_ Highlights his friendship with one of the leading politician of his...