The Autobiography of Roger North (1887)

The Autobiography of Roger North is a book written by Roger North, a prominent 17th-century English lawyer and politician. The book was first published in 1887 and is a first-person account of North's life, from his childhood to his career as a lawyer and politician. The book provides a detailed insight into the political and social climate of England during the 17th century. North writes about his experiences as a lawyer and his involvement in various political events of the time, including the Popish Plot and the Exclusion Crisis. He also discusses his family life, his relationships with other notable figures of the time, and his interests in literature and music. The Autobiography of Roger North is considered an important historical document, providing a firsthand account of life in 17th-century England. The book is also praised for its literary style, with North's writing being described as witty and engaging.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.