Some Account of the Public Life, and a Selection from the Unpublished Writings, of the Earl of Macartney - Volume 2

Zusammenfassung The British statesman George Macartney (1737-1806) had a long and distinguished career, holding posts including the governorships of Grenada and Madras. He also undertook high-profile diplomatic missions to Russia and China. This two-volume 1807 biography was based on official records and Macartney's own writings.

Klappentext

An 1807 biography of the distinguished British statesman George Macartney (1737 1806), including substantial selections from his own writings.

Zusammenfassung
The British statesman George Macartney (17371806) had a long and distinguished career, holding posts including the governorships of Grenada and Madras. He also undertook high-profile diplomatic missions to Russia and China. This two-volume 1807 biography was based on official records and Macartney's own writings.

Inhalt

9. Extracts from an account of the Russian Empire; 10. A short sketch of the political history of Ireland; 11. Journal of an embassy from the King of Great Britain to the Emperor of China; Appendix to the journal.