9781331335726 - A Serious Answer to Lord George Gordon's Letters to the Earl of Shelburne: In Which an Attempt Is Made, by Fair and Ingenuous Argument, to Give Ample ... Possible, ... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book studies the political and religious climate of Britain in the 18th century through the lens of Lord George Gordon's campaign against the Catholic Relief Act of 1778. The author argues that Gordon's actions, while ostensibly motivated by religious concerns, were actually rooted in a complex mix of personal ambition and a desire to advance his political agenda. The book draws on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, speeches, and newspaper accounts, to provide a vivid and detailed account of Gordon's campaign and its consequences. The author also explores the broader historical and social context of Gordon's actions, showing how they reflected the deep-seated religious and political divisions of the time. Ultimately, the book offers a nuanced and insightful analysis of a complex and controversial figure, shedding light on the ways in which religious fervor can be manipulated for political gain. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.