Monckton Milnes: The Years Of Promise 1809-1851
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: James Pope - Hennessy
Binding: Hardback
Published: Constable, 1949
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
James Pope-Hennessy's Monckton Milnes: The Years Of Promise presents a compelling biographical account of Richard Monckton Milnes, a prominent figure in Victorian society. This meticulously researched volume chronicles the formative period of Milnes's life, illustrating his early intellectual pursuits, political aspirations, and significant social connections. Pope-Hennessy masterfully uncovers the complexities of Milnes's character, detailing his emergence as a poet, patron of the arts, and influential parliamentarian. The narrative captures the vibrant intellectual and cultural landscape of 19th-century England, offering a vivid portrait of a man who stood at the heart of literary and political circles. This authoritative biography provides essential insights into the making of a Victorian polymath, revealing the foundations of his enduring legacy.
Author: James Pope - Hennessy
Binding: Hardback
Published: Constable, 1949
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
James Pope-Hennessy's Monckton Milnes: The Years Of Promise presents a compelling biographical account of Richard Monckton Milnes, a prominent figure in Victorian society. This meticulously researched volume chronicles the formative period of Milnes's life, illustrating his early intellectual pursuits, political aspirations, and significant social connections. Pope-Hennessy masterfully uncovers the complexities of Milnes's character, detailing his emergence as a poet, patron of the arts, and influential parliamentarian. The narrative captures the vibrant intellectual and cultural landscape of 19th-century England, offering a vivid portrait of a man who stood at the heart of literary and political circles. This authoritative biography provides essential insights into the making of a Victorian polymath, revealing the foundations of his enduring legacy.