num_pages: 294
description: Often deemed the founder of British radicalism, John Wilkes (1725-1797) had a shattering impact on the politics of his time. His audacity in challenging government authority was matched by his skill and determination in attaining his the freedom of the press to criticize ministers and report Parliament; enhanced security for individuals and their property from arbitrary arrest and seizure; and the rights of electors. In this fascinating and original biography, Peter Thomas provides an intriguing portrait of the man George III referred to as `that Devil, Wilkes'.
language: English
title: John Wilkes: A Friend to Liberty
titlecomplete: John Wilkes: A Friend to Liberty
characters: John Wilkes
ratings_count: 5
publisher: Oxford University Press