This memoir is a fascinating look into the life of Gathorne Hardy, a British politician and statesman who served as Home Secretary and Secretary of State for War. Through extracts from his personal diary and correspondence, readers can gain insight into his thoughts on important events such as the Irish Home Rule crisis and the Boer War. This book provides a unique perspective on Victorian politics and society.

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