Melbourne

Melbourne

Lord David Cecil

Lord Melbourne was Prime Minister from 1843-1835 and was a kind friend and guide to the young Victoria on her accession. Earlier he was married to Lady Caroline Lamb, the mistress of Byron. He played an important role in the social and political history of England.

“This is without doubt one of the finest biographies of our time….” Orville Prescott, New York Times

“A biography of  Exceptional merit possessed of grace and brilliance” San Francisco Chronicle.

THe life of William Lamb, later Lord Melbourne, has all the ingredients of a best seller.A handsome aristocratic hero, a swarm of beautiful heroines, a society of great elegance, and free and easy morals, speaking a language so racy and eloquent it is still a delight to read.” Newsweek.

This book appears to have been published initially in 1939. This 1966 edition is in excellent condition and is a collector’s dream acquisition.