The Life and Times of Queen Victoria; vol. 1 of 4 by Wilson and Ollier

"The Life and Times of Queen Victoria; vol. 1 of 4" by Robert Wilson is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This detailed biography chronicles the early life and reign of Queen Victoria, focusing on her ascent to the throne and the significant events of her initial years as monarch. The book delves into Victoria's family background, her formative years, and the influences that shaped her character as a leader. The opening of this volume introduces readers to Princess Victoria's early years, detailing her upbringing in Kensington Palace and the circumstances surrounding her accession to the throne after the death of King William IV. The narrative reflects on her ancestry, upbringing, and the potential succession issues before she came of age. As the narrative progresses, it describes the emotional and ceremonial aspects of her proclamation as queen, her initial challenges as a young sovereign, and her relationship with Prime Minister Lord Melbourne, who plays a pivotal role in guiding her during the turbulent early days of her reign. The opening sets the stage for a profound understanding of how Victoria's character and training influenced her approach to governance and public life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Wilson, Robert, 1846-1893
Author Ollier, Edmund, 1827-1886
Title The Life and Times of Queen Victoria; vol. 1 of 4
Note "The first eleven chapters ... are from the pen of the late Mr. Edmund Ollier."
Credits Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 52.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Victoria, 1837-1901
Category Text
eBook-No. 61819
Release Date
Last Update Oct 17, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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