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Notes From a Diary, 1886-1888; Volume 1

Notes From a Diary, 1886-1888; Volume 1

Mountstuart Elphinstone Grant Duff

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
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Historia
ISBN:
9781146947251
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'Notes From a Diary, 1886-1888, Volume 1' offers a fascinating glimpse into the world as seen through the eyes of Mountstuart Elphinstone Grant Duff. This meticulously kept diary provides a rich tapestry of observations on political events, social gatherings, and personal reflections during a pivotal period in British history. Grant Duff’s detailed entries offer readers a unique perspective on the issues and personalities that shaped the late 19th century. Volume 1 captures the daily life and thoughts of a well-connected individual, providing valuable insights into the social and political landscape of the time. Historians and enthusiasts alike will find this diary an invaluable resource for understanding the nuances of the era. This book stands as a testament to the power of personal documentation in illuminating the past.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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