
Gathers the British Prime Minister's letters to his young confidante, in which he discusses his colleagues and the political challenges he faced
This collection investigates the private thoughts and political decision-making processes of British Prime Minister H.H. Asquith during the critical period leading up to the First World War. Michael Brock, a noted historian, provides the editorial framework for these documents, which were written to Venetia Stanley, a young woman significantly younger than the Prime Minister. The letters serve as a primary source for understanding the internal dynamics of the Liberal government and the personal vulnerabilities of a high-ranking statesman.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Historians and political scholars frequently cite this volume as a vital resource for understanding the human element behind the British government's wartime leadership. Experts note the high density of the prose and the candid nature of the letters, which provide a rare look into the private life of a Prime Minister.
Page Count:
696
Publication Date:
1982-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford Univ Pr
ISBN-10:
0192122002
ISBN-13:
9780192122001
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