The Life Of Stratford Canning, Viscount Stratford De Redcliffe V2

The Life of Stratford Canning, Viscount Stratford de Redcliffe V2 is a biography written by Stanley Lane-Poole and published in 1888. The book chronicles the life of Stratford Canning, a British diplomat and politician who served as ambassador to the Ottoman Empire during the mid-19th century. The biography is based on Canning's memoirs and private and official papers, providing a detailed account of his personal and professional life. The book covers Canning's early years, his education at Eton and Oxford, and his entry into politics as a Member of Parliament. The focus of the book, however, is on Canning's diplomatic career, particularly his time as ambassador to the Ottoman Empire. Lane-Poole describes Canning's efforts to maintain British influence in the region, his negotiations with Ottoman officials, and his involvement in the Crimean War. The biography also explores Canning's personal life, including his marriage to a Greek woman and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Lord Palmerston and William Gladstone. Overall, The Life of Stratford Canning, Viscount Stratford de Redcliffe V2 provides a comprehensive look at the life of an important British diplomat and politician during a critical period in European history.In Two Volumes.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.