Royalty in All Ages by T. F. Thiselton-Dyer
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"Royalty in All Ages" by T. F. Thiselton-Dyer is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the various amusements, eccentricities, accomplishments, superstitions, and playful sides of European royalty throughout history. From the lavish gatherings of royal courts to the bizarre pastimes of sovereigns, the book aims to illustrate the diverse and often surprising aspects of royal life that shaped the institution of monarchy. At the start of
the book, the author sets the tone by discussing the theme of royalty at play, presenting a series of anecdotes featuring famous historical figures like the Mogul Emperor and Napoleon, all highlighting their peculiar relationships with games like chess. The opening portion delves into various stories detailing how these monarchs engaged in playful competition, revealing insights into their character and governance while exploring the consequences of their pastimes, from quarrels to humorous incidents. This exploration not only uncovers the leisure activities of monarchs but also acts as a lens through which the reader can examine the complexities of power dynamics, personal relationships, and the human side of those who ruled. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thiselton-Dyer, T. F. (Thomas Firminger), 1848-1923 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 03001338 |
| Title |
Royalty in All Ages The Amusements, Eccentricities, Accomplishments, Superstitions and Frolics of the Kings and Queens of Europe |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Europe -- Kings and rulers |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57442 |
| Release Date | Jul 4, 2018 |
| Last Update | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1283 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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