The Earl of Beaconsfield

** "The Earl of Beaconsfield" by James Anthony Froude examines the life of Benjamin Disraeli, who became the Earl of Beaconsfield, and his impact as a British Prime Minister. It traces his journey through the world of politics and literature. The story begins by showing how people like Thomas Carlyle viewed Parliament and Disraeli's role in it. It explores how his Jewish background, education, and literary influences played a role in his life. The narrative looks at his early goals, family relationships, and the difficulties he overcame because of his heritage. It focuses on the important events that helped him rise to power in politics, laying the groundwork for understanding Disraeli's personality and his path through Victorian England's political scene. **