Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 2 (of 3)

"Memoirs of the Reign of King George the Second, Volume 2" by Horace Walpole is a mid-19th century historical narrative that plunges into the reign of King George II, spotlighting the growing storm of the Seven Years' War. The story unfolds against a backdrop of rising tensions ignited by France’s military moves, pulling readers into the heart of British political drama. Here, the tangled relationships of powerful figures like Fox and Pitt are exposed amid arguments over war preparations, negotiations with Ireland, and heated parliamentary debates about the king's power. Readers witness Lord Hartington and Mr. Fox navigating a world of political ambition and shifting party lines, all pointing toward the looming conflict with France, where Walpole captures an era defined by disagreement and warfare.