Historical Characters V1: Talleyrand, Cobbett, Mackintosh, Canning is a book written by Henry Lytton Bulwer and published in 1868. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of four prominent historical figures from the late 18th and early 19th centuries: Charles-Maurice Talleyrand-Perigord, William Cobbett, Sir James Mackintosh, and George Canning. Talleyrand was a French diplomat and politician who served under Napoleon Bonaparte and later as the foreign minister for King Louis-Philippe. Cobbett was an English journalist and politician who was known for his radical views and advocacy for the working class. Mackintosh was a Scottish philosopher, lawyer, and politician who was involved in the abolitionist movement and the defense of civil liberties. Canning was a British statesman who served as foreign secretary and prime minister during the early 19th century.Bulwer's biographical sketches provide insight into the lives and accomplishments of these historical figures, as well as their contributions to politics and society during their respective eras. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels. Historical Characters V1: Talleyrand, Cobbett, Mackintosh, Canning is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of politics and diplomacy during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.