Publisher's Synopsis
Some Writings And Speeches Of Richard Monckton Milnes, Lord Houghton, In The Last Year Of His Life (1888) is a collection of the writings and speeches of Richard Monckton Milnes, also known as Lord Houghton. Milnes was a British politician, poet, and patron of the arts who lived from 1809 to 1885. The book was published in 1888, three years after Milnes' death, and includes a selection of his writings and speeches from the final year of his life. The collection covers a range of topics, including politics, literature, and social issues of the time. Milnes was known for his liberal views and his support of social reform, and many of his speeches and writings reflect these values. Some of the pieces in the collection are personal in nature, such as his reflections on his own life and experiences. Overall, Some Writings And Speeches Of Richard Monckton Milnes, Lord Houghton, In The Last Year Of His Life (1888) provides a glimpse into the mind of a prominent figure in Victorian England and sheds light on the issues and concerns of the time.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.
