Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of the Duke of Marlborough V2: With His Original Correspondence (1872) is a historical book written by William Coxe. The book is a detailed account of the life of John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, who was a prominent military commander and statesman during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on the Duke's original correspondence. The book covers the Duke's early life, his military achievements, and his political career. Coxe provides a detailed account of the Duke's involvement in the War of the Spanish Succession, where he led the allied forces to victory against the French. The book also covers the Duke's personal life, including his marriage to Sarah Churchill, and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Queen Anne and Prince Eugene of Savoy.The second volume of the book contains the Duke's original correspondence, which provides a unique insight into his thoughts and actions during his lifetime. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including military strategy, political negotiations, and personal matters.Overall, Memoirs of the Duke of Marlborough V2: With His Original Correspondence (1872) is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of one of the most important figures in British history. It provides a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the military and political history of the late 17th and early 18th centuries.In Three 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.