# Mr. Gladstone — The English Constitution character guide

> Mr. Gladstone in The English Constitution by Walter Bagehot.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Gladstone

**First appearance:** 0004-i-the-cabinet

## Who they are

Future Liberal Prime Minister, noted for financial and oratory skills.

## In the story

### [Introduction to the Second Edition](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_english_constitution_se/chapters/introduction-to-the-second-edition)

Mentioned as a key political figure whose actions and policies are shaping the new political landscape.

### [Introduction](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_english_constitution_se/chapters/i)

Referenced for the phrase 'sneaking kindness for a lord' in the context of English attitudes toward rank.

### [On Changes of Ministry](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_english_constitution_se/chapters/v-on-changes-of-ministry)

Referenced as an eminent living statesman who noted the rarity of incompetent Cabinet Ministers.

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