The Earl of Derby

George Saintsbury portrays the Earl of Derby as a fascinating figure shaped by ambition, politics, and the turbulent forces of English history. Blending biography with vivid historical context, the book explores Derby's character, achievements, struggles, and influence, offering an engaging portrait of a nobleman whose life reflected the conflicts and transformations of his age. The Earl of Derby is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892.