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I dreamt that I was making a speech in the House [of Lords]. I woke up, and by Jove I was!

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Most people are vain, so I try to ensure that any author who comes to stay will find at least one of their books in their room.

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Spencer Cavendish, 8th Duke of Devonshire

Spencer Cavendish, 8th Duke of Devonshire
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Born: July 23, 1833
Died: March 24, 1908 (aged 74)
Bio: Spencer Compton Cavendish, 8th Duke of Devonshire styled Lord Cavendish of Keighley between 1834 and 1858 and Marquess of Hartington between 1858 and 1891, was a British statesman. He has the distinction of having served as leader of three political parties.

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