Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Lord Stratford De Redcliffe is a biography written by Stanley Lane-Poole, chronicling the life and accomplishments of Stratford Canning, 1st Viscount Stratford de Redcliffe. Canning was a prominent British diplomat and politician who served as the ambassador to the Ottoman Empire during the mid-19th century. The book covers Canning's early life and education, his entry into politics, and his diplomatic career. It explores his role in shaping British foreign policy in the Middle East and his efforts to maintain the Ottoman Empire's independence in the face of Russian expansionism. Lane-Poole delves into Canning's personal life, including his marriage to a Frenchwoman and his friendships with notable figures such as Florence Nightingale and Lord Palmerston. The book also examines Canning's legacy and impact on British foreign policy in the years following his death.Overall, The Life of Lord Stratford De Redcliffe is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides insight into the life of one of Britain's most influential diplomats of the 19th century.The Life Of A Major British Diplomat From The Late 18th To Mid 19th Century, From Turkey To The U.S., Meeting Such Personalities As William Pitt, Lord Byron, Lady Stanhope, Madame De Stael, John Quincy Adams, Czar Alexander, And Talleyrand.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.
