Experience the fascinating life and legacy of Sir Robert Peel, one of the most important and influential figures in British history. From his role in the creation of modern policing to his leadership in Parliament, from his efforts to reform the political system to his personal struggles and triumphs, this book offers a detailed and nuanced portrait of a complex and remarkable man. Drawing on a wealth of private papers and other sources, this volume is an essential contribution to the study of nineteenth-century politics and society. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.