Lord Carteret: A Political Biography 1690 To 1763

By Archibald Ballantyne

Book Overview

Lord Carteret: A Political Biography 1690 To 1763 is a book written by Archibald Ballantyne that explores the life and career of Lord Carteret, a prominent British politician during the 18th century. The book covers Carteret's life from his birth in 1690 to his death in 1763, providing a detailed account of his political and personal life. The author delves into Carteret's early years, including his education and family background, before moving on to his political career. Carteret served in a number of important positions during his lifetime, including as Secretary of State for the Northern Department and as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland. He was also a member of the House of Lords and a close ally of King George II.Throughout the book, Ballantyne explores Carteret's political beliefs and his role in shaping British politics during the 18th century. He also provides insight into Carteret's personal life, including his relationships with family members and his involvement in various social circles.Overall, Lord Carteret: A Political Biography 1690 To 1763 is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of Britain's most influential politicians. It offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of 18th century Britain, as well as an in-depth look at the life and career of one of its most prominent figures.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417956984
• ISBN13: 9781417956982
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"