Richard Monckton Milnes V2: The Life, Letters And Friendships Of the First Lord Houghton is a biography written by T. Wemyss Reid about the life, letters and friendships of Richard Monckton Milnes, who was the first Lord Houghton. The book is split into two volumes, with volume two continuing the story of Milnes' life from where volume one left off. Milnes was a prominent figure in Victorian society, and the book explores his relationships with other famous figures of the time, including Tennyson, Carlyle, and Thackeray. The author uses Milnes' letters and personal writings to provide insight into his personality and his thoughts on various topics, including politics, religion, and literature. The book also delves into Milnes' personal life, including his marriage to Annabel Crewe, and his relationships with other women, including Florence Nightingale. The author provides a detailed account of Milnes' political career, including his time as a Member of Parliament and his involvement in various social and political causes. Overall, Richard Monckton Milnes V2: The Life, Letters And Friendships Of the First Lord Houghton is a comprehensive biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of a prominent Victorian figure.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.