Lives of Lord Castlereagh and Sir Charles Stewart, the Second and Third Marquesses of Londonderry; With Annals of Contemporary Events in Which They Bo

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This two-volume biography is a comprehensive and authoritative account of the lives of Lord Castlereagh and Sir Charles Stewart, two of the most influential statesmen of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Alison's work provides a detailed examination of the political and personal lives of these two men, and situates their careers within the broader context of contemporary European history. Drawing on an array of primary sources and contemporary accounts, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the politics and diplomacy of the Napoleonic era.