The Earl Of Elgin

by George MacKinnon Wrong

Book Overview

The Earl of Elgin is a biographical book written by George M. Wrong. The book tells the story of Thomas Bruce, the 7th Earl of Elgin, who was a British diplomat and art collector in the 19th century. The Earl of Elgin is best known for his controversial removal of the Parthenon Marbles from Greece, which he brought back to England and sold to the British Museum. The book explores the life and career of the Earl of Elgin, including his diplomatic missions...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425497160
• ISBN13: 9781425497163
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"