Some Notes of the Past, 1870-1891 is a memoir written by Henry Drummond Wolff and published in 1893. The book provides a detailed account of the author's personal experiences and observations during the period from 1870 to 1891. Wolff was a British diplomat and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for various constituencies in the United Kingdom. In this book, he shares his insights on the political and social climate of the time, as well as his experiences as a diplomat in various countries, including Russia, Turkey, and Germany. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Wolff's life and career. He writes about his early years as a journalist and his first diplomatic posting in St. Petersburg, where he witnessed the assassination of Tsar Alexander II. He also shares his experiences as a diplomat in Constantinople during the Russo-Turkish War and his interactions with influential figures such as Otto von Bismarck and William Gladstone. Throughout the book, Wolff provides a candid and insightful perspective on the events and personalities of the time. He also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on his own life and career. Some Notes of the Past, 1870-1891 offers a unique glimpse into the political and social history of the late 19th century, as seen through the eyes of a prominent diplomat and politician.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.