Arthur James Balfour V1: First Earl Of Balfour 1848-1906

""Arthur James Balfour V1: First Earl of Balfour 1848-1906"" is a biography of Arthur James Balfour, a prominent British politician and statesman who served as Prime Minister from 1902 to 1905. Written by Blanche E. C. Dugdale, the book covers Balfour's life from his birth in 1848 to his death in 1930, with a focus on his political career and his role in shaping British foreign policy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book examines Balfour's early years, his education at Eton and Cambridge, his entry into politics, and his rise through the ranks of the Conservative Party. It also explores his relationships with other key figures of the era, including Queen Victoria, Winston Churchill, and Theodore Roosevelt. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including Balfour's own writings and letters, the book provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of one of Britain's most important political 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.