Chapter 1

EARLY YEARS, EDUCATION, AND TRAVEL

1792-1813 PAGE Rise of the Russells under the Tudors--Childhood and early surroundings of Lord John--Schooldays at Westminster--First journey abroad with Lord Holland--Wellington and the Peninsular campaign--Student days in Edinburgh and speeches at the Speculative Society--Early leanings in politics and literature--Enters the House of Commons as member for Tavistock 1