Story of Gladstone's Life

Written in 1897 by Justin McCarthy, 'Story of Gladstone's Life' is a biography of William Ewart Gladstone, who served as Prime Minister of Great Britain four times and was a dominant figure in the Liberal Party for three decades. The book explores Gladstone's moral fervor and his efforts to champion Irish Home Rule, which ultimately divided the party. McCarthy captures Gladstone's interactions with notable contemporaries and his complex relationship with Queen Victoria, providing insight into the political landscape of the Victorian Age.