Publisher's Synopsis
""Seven Letters Concerning The Politics Of Switzerland: Pending The Outbreak Of The Civil War In 1847"" is a historical book written by George Grote and originally published in 1876. The book is a collection of seven letters written by Grote to his friend, John Stuart Mill, discussing the political situation in Switzerland leading up to the outbreak of the civil war in 1847. Grote was a British historian and politician who had a keen interest in Swiss politics. In these letters, he provides a detailed analysis of the complex political landscape of Switzerland at the time, including the role of the cantons, the influence of the Catholic Church, and the tensions between the liberal and conservative factions. Grote also discusses the events that led to the outbreak of the civil war in 1847, including the Sonderbund War and the formation of the Federal Constitution. He provides insights into the key players involved in these events and their motivations. Overall, ""Seven Letters Concerning The Politics Of Switzerland"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Swiss history and politics. Grote's analysis is insightful and well-researched, and his writing style is engaging and accessible. The book is a must-read for historians, political scientists, and anyone interested in the history of Switzerland and the development of modern democracy.With The Addition Of An Unpublished Letter Written By The Author To Alexis De Tocqueville Shortly After The Termination Of The War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.
