Lord Lyons: A Record of British Diplomacy, Vol. 2 of 2

"Lord Lyons: A Record of British Diplomacy, Vol. 2 of 2" by Lord Newton is a historical exploration of Lord Lyons' diplomatic life, zooming in on British-French connections and crucial political happenings in France during the late 1800s. The book dives into the tricky world of political moves and the difficulties of diplomacy in a period full of change and following the Franco-Prussian War. The narrative opens by carefully looking at the political situation in France after the war, especially how the country shifted from the National Assembly to the Third Republic under Thiers' leadership. It vividly paints the power struggles between royalists and republicans, highlighting important discussions in the Assembly and the problems Thiers faced in navigating the unstable political scene. Through Lord Lyons' letters, readers gain insights into the developing diplomatic relationship between Britain and France, along with the underlying tensions with Germany that influenced foreign policy during this chaotic time.