The Life of Sir Frederick Weld: A Pioneer of Empire (1914)

The Life of Sir Frederick Weld: A Pioneer of Empire is a biographical book written by Alice Lady Lovat and published in 1914. The book chronicles the life of Sir Frederick Weld, a British statesman and colonial administrator who played a significant role in the expansion of the British Empire during the 19th century. The book covers Weld's early life in England, his education at Oxford, and his entry into politics. It also details his various appointments as governor of various British colonies, including Western Australia, Tasmania, and the Straits Settlements. The book provides a detailed account of Weld's policies and actions during his time as governor, including his efforts to improve the social and economic conditions of the colonies under his administration. The book also sheds light on Weld's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his interests outside of politics. Overall, The Life of Sir Frederick Weld is a comprehensive and insightful look at the life of a pioneering figure in the history of the British Empire.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.