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Published in 1966: The object of this book is to give a picture of Pitt, true to life and 'captivating the people,' whom he served and loved. He has sometimes suffered in history because the people who appreciated him at his highest were inarticulate and have left the field to the surmises of courtiers, Whig magnates and gossips, whom he sought not to please.

Published in 1966: The object of this book is to give a picture of Pitt, true to life and 'captivating the people,' whom he served and loved. He has sometimes suffered in history because the people who appreciated him at his highest were inarticulate and have left the field to the surmises of courtiers, Whig magnates and gossips, whom he sought not to please.

Basil Williams (1867-1950) was an English historian who wrote extensively on political history. In this book, which was originally published in 1943, Williams presents an account of the lives and careers of John Carteret, Earl Granville (1690-1763) and Thomas Pelham-Holles, Duke of Newcastle (1693-1768). Illustrative figures and genealogical tables are also included, together with detailed textual notes. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in British history and political history.

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