A scion of two great families, Arthur James Balfour was born to wealth and privilege and possessed intellect and charm in legendary abundance. On succeeding his uncle as Prime Minister in 1902, it seemed that he had come into his inheritance; a true grandee, his path to the summit of power seemed to be almost without obstruction.

Product Description: The first half of the twentieth century was of one of the most turbulent periods in Europe's history. While social theorists challenged orthodox ways of thinking about the establishment of a "good society," scientists offered up new visions of the workings of the universe...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

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Product Description: The goal of the British governments in the interwar period was balance among the European great powers—balance which would restore peace as well as a British prosperity based once again upon international trade. In the end, these grim years brought only economic depression and the challenge posed by the fascist dictatorships in Germany and Italy...read more

Product Description: Book by Adams, R. J. Q., Poirer, Philip P.

Product Description: Book by Adams, R. J. Q.