TY - BOOK AU - Smith,Goldwin TI - My Memory of Gladstone AV - DA PY - 2017/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Gladstone, W. E. (William Ewart), 1809-1898 KW - Prime ministers -- Great Britain -- Biography KW - Statesmen -- Great Britain -- Biography N1 - Release date is 2017-09-14; Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive); Original publication data not identified N2 - "My Memory of Gladstone" by Goldwin Smith is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically in the early 1900s. The book serves as a memoir and meditation on the life and legacy of William Ewart Gladstone, the notable British statesman and four-time Prime Minister. Smith shares his observations and experiences with Gladstone, providing insights into his character, political career, and the historical context of his time. In this work, Goldwin Smith reflects on Gladstone's remarkable qualities, including his intellect, work ethic, and passionate commitment to public service. Smith recounts key moments in Gladstone's political journey, from his early days as a Tory to his evolution into a leading figure of the Liberal Party. The narrative covers Gladstone's stances on significant issues, such as disestablishment of the Church in Ireland and the extension of suffrage. Through anecdotes and character sketches, the author presents a nuanced portrayal of Gladstone, highlighting both his achievements and the controversies that surrounded him, while emphasizing his impact on British politics and society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55549 ER -