Bernard Henry Holland (1856–1926) Historian "The Life of the 8th duke of Devonshire 1911" - LOT 2: 14 original manuscript documents about falsification of history of politics - 1907

Bernard Henry Holland was a historian active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, whose work often explored British political and social history. His 1911 publication, 'The Life of the 8th Duke of Devonshire,' examines the life and influence of one of Britain's leading aristocrats and politicians during the 19th century. The accompanying lot includes 14 original manuscript documents from 1907 that discuss the falsification of political history, shedding light on how historical narratives can be shaped or contested. Such manuscripts are invaluable for historians interested in historiography—the study of how history is written and interpreted—as well as for those investigating British political history and aristocratic influence. This collection provides a rare glimpse into scholarly debate and documentation practices from the early 20th century.