The Life of William Wilberforce (Volume 3) - Softcover

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1838. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... 1801. King's Recovery. 9 "April 15th. We hear of the Emperor of Russia's death by apoplexy--supposed violence; and of the astonishing success of our attack on the lines of defence off Copenhagen. 19th. Nelson's generosity and humanity justly praised. Dined early, refusing Russia company, because of its being wrong to exult on victory--rather humble rejoicing. 17th. Saw Lord Eldon, and long talk with him on the best mode of study and discipline--for the young Grants--to be lawyers." The Chancellor's reply was not encouraging --" I know no rule to give them, but that they must make up their minds to live like a hermit and work like a horse." "Eldon had just received the great seal, and I expressed my fears that they were bringing the King into public too soon after his late indisposition. 'You shall judge for yourself,' he answered,' from what passed between us when I kissed hands on my appointment. The King had been conversing with me, and when I was about to retire, he said, ' Give my remembrances to Lady Eldon.' I acknowledged his condescension, and intimated that I was ignorant of Lady Eldon's claim to such a notice. 'Yes, yes,' he answered, ' I know how much I owe to Lady Eldon; I know that you would have made yourself a country curate, and that she has made you my Lord Chancellor.' "16 20th. "No public news. Emperor Paul's death does not seem so decisive for us as was hoped. 28th. Heard to-day of our troops bravely landing in Egypt. May 15th. Heard accounts from Egypt, of the action of the 21st of March. Abercrombie dead of wounds: 240 killed, 924 wounded. All fought most bravely. * Con. Mem. "June 12th. Sad foolish work about the motion concerning clergy sitting in parliament. More stir at Cambridge than on any former occasion, about clergy's ineligibility ...