This two-volume biography is a comprehensive and authoritative account of the lives of Lord Castlereagh and Sir Charles Stewart, two of the most influential statesmen of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Alison's work provides a detailed examination of the political and personal lives of these two men, and situates their careers within the broader context of contemporary European history. Drawing on an array of primary sources and contemporary accounts, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the politics and diplomacy of the Napoleonic era.
Archibald Alison Livres
Sir Archibald Alison était un avocat et historien écossais, connu pour ses éminentes fonctions juridiques. Son œuvre littéraire s'est concentrée sur l'histoire et l'histoire du droit, explorant les événements sociaux et politiques complexes de son époque. Le style d'Alison se caractérisait par sa profondeur d'analyse et ses recherches approfondies, offrant aux lecteurs une perspective détaillée sur les processus historiques. Ses écrits reflètent un intérêt pour la compréhension de l'évolution de la société et des systèmes juridiques.






A comprehensive history of Scotland from the earliest times up until the late 19th century. The book covers major events such as the Wars of Independence and the Jacobite rebellions, as well as the economic and social changes that shaped Scotland's development.
Travels in France, During the Years 1814-15; Volume II
- 336pages
- 12 heures de lecture
Alison's travelogue offers a fascinating glimpse into post-Napoleonic France. As an observer of both society and politics, he provides a nuanced account of the country's transition from war to peace. His observations on French culture, architecture, and cuisine are also of great interest to modern readers.
The Principles of Population: And Their Connection With Human Happiness; Volume 1
- 596pages
- 21 heures de lecture
The Principles of Population, and Their Connection With Human Happiness; Volume 2
- 560pages
- 20 heures de lecture
Practice of the Criminal law of Scotland
- 768pages
- 27 heures de lecture
Essays on the Nature and Principles of Taste; 4th Ed.; 1
- 422pages
- 15 heures de lecture
Lives of Lord Castlereagh and Sir Charles Strewart; Volume III
- 386pages
- 14 heures de lecture
History of Europe From the Commencement of the French Revolution in 1789
- 558pages
- 20 heures de lecture