Walpole, Horace 1717-1797 creator Holland, Henry Richard Vassall, Baron 1773-1840 text utu 2018 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 1" by Horace Walpole is a historical account likely written in the late 18th century. This work presents a personal narrative intertwined with political commentary, detailing the events and intrigues of Walpole's time in Parliament and his observations on the court's key figures, particularly as they relate to the governance under King George II. Through his unique perspective, Walpole sheds light on the complexities of political relationships and the social milieu of the era. At the start of the memoirs, the author outlines the political complexities at the beginning of 1751, emphasizing the rivalries within the British government, particularly among the Dukes of Newcastle and Bedford, as well as their associates. He provides detailed accounts of key events and debates occurring in Parliament, including the dismissal of Lord Harrington and divisions related to military funding. Moreover, the opening sections introduce characters like Mr. Pitt, Mr. Murray, and Lord Egmont, setting the scene for a politically charged atmosphere rife with personal animosities and strategic maneuvering among aristocrats and politicians. Walpole’s observations offer a vivid glimpse into the tumultuous political landscape of the period, underscored by a blend of personal insights and anecdotal evidence. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2018-04-21 Produced by MWS, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Great Britain -- History -- George II, 1727-1760 DA Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57016 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57016 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134320.0 57016