Enigmatic Edwardian: The Life of Reginald, 2nd Viscount Esher de Lees-Milne, James - 1988

London, United Kingdom: Sidgwick & Jackson Ltd, 1988. Book. Good. Paperback. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 401 pages. Notes and References, Index. Black and white photographic plates. "For nearly thirty years this extraordinary man exerted an incredible influence on British Royalty and politics. The intimate of every Prime Minister from Rosebery to Baldwin, he always declined high office, preferring to manipulate events from the backstage. Alongside his role as a political and royal go-between Lord Esher had a bizarre private life, indulging in a series of relationships with beautiful youths. Strangest of all, he conceived an unhealthy passion for Maurice, the dullest and least attractive of his children." - from back cover. Moderate wear. Clean and unmarked. Sound binding. Quality copy..