| Author |
Moore, Thomas, 1779-1852 |
| Title |
Memoirs of the Life of the Rt. Hon. Richard Brinsley Sheridan — Volume 02
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memoirs_of_the_Life_of_Richard_Brinsley_Sheridan
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Franks, Robert Connal and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Memoirs of the Life of the Rt. Hon. Richard Brinsley Sheridan — Volume 02" by Thomas Moore is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into significant events in the life of Richard Brinsley Sheridan, an influential figure in British politics and theatre, exploring his profound involvement in major political events such as the impeachment of Warren Hastings, as well as detailing his personal life, including the impact of familial relationships and the tragedies he faced. The opening of the memoir focuses on the impeachment of Warren Hastings, detailing Sheridan's appointment as one of the managers to enforce the charges during a historic trial. The text highlights the intense and captivating nature of his speeches, which showcased not only his eloquence but also the moral and ethical implications of British governance in India. It sets the stage for a narrative that promises a mix of political intrigue and personal exploration as it touches on Sheridan's relationships, his father's death, and the deep-seated emotions associated with his life and legacy. Overall, this volume provides a glimpse into the complex interplay of Sheridan’s public and private life, emphasizing his literary talent intertwined with the tumultuous political landscape of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1760-1820
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| Subject |
Sheridan, Richard Brinsley, 1751-1816
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| Subject |
Dramatists, English -- 18th century -- Biography
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Theatrical managers -- Great Britain -- Biography
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| Subject |
Legislators -- Great Britain -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7775 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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