A politician, a lawyer and an author, Augustine Birrell is known for his contributions to the political situation in Ireland.
Augustine Birrell- early life
Born on January 19, 1850, Augustine Birrell grew up near the city of Liverpool, England. He studied at Amsterdam Hall School and later completed his education at Trinity Hall, Cambridge. He became a lawyer by profession in 1875 and later went on to join University College as a professor of law.
Augustine Birrell- political career
The political career of Augustine Birrell began with the attainment of membership in the House of Commons as a Liberal. He served as a member from 1889 till 1899 and later from 1906 till 1918. He was appointed as the British chief secretary for Ireland in 1907 and served at this post till 1916.
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Augustine Birrell- contributions to Irish uprising
The policies formulated by Augustine Birrell during his tenure as chief secretary resulted in the outbreak of the Easter Week uprising in Ireland in 1916. The Irish nationalists broke into rebellion. Birrell resigned from his post the same year.
Augustine Birrell- literary achievements
Augustine Birrell is famous for his literary contributions. His book of critical essays, 'Obiter Dicta' was published in three volumes, 1884, 1887 and 1924. Urbane in taste, the essays are a pleasurable read. The other books written by Birrell include biographies of William Hazlitt (1902), Charlotte Bronte (1887) and Andrew Marvell (1905).
Augustine Birrell died on November 20, 1933 in London.
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