Memoirs of the Court of George IV. 1820-1830 (Vol 1) by Buckingham and Chandos
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| Author | Buckingham and Chandos, Richard Plantagenet Temple Nugent Brydges Chandos Grenville, Duke of, 1797-1861 |
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| Title |
Memoirs of the Court of George IV. 1820-1830 (Vol 1)
From the Original Family Documents |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Paul Murray and the Online Distributed
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| Summary | "Memoirs of the Court of George IV. 1820-1830 (Vol 1)" by Buckingham and Chandos is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This reflective work delves into the turbulent political and social landscape surrounding the reign of George IV, focusing particularly on significant events like the Cato Street Conspiracy and the controversial return of Queen Caroline. By exploring original family documents, the author sheds light on power dynamics, royal intrigues, and public sentiments during this tumultuous period in British history. The opening of this volume introduces readers to a chaotic period just before and after the death of George III, setting the stage for George IV's accession to the throne. It details alarming events such as the heir apparent's illness, public unrest, and the assassination plot against key ministers. Furthermore, the correspondence depicted indicates the strained relationship between George IV and his ministers, as well as the rising tensions related to Queen Caroline's potential return to the United Kingdom. In this context, the groundwork is laid for exploring how these elements foreshadowed a significant struggle between royal authority and public opinion within the burgeoning framework of the modern British state. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- George IV, 1820-1830 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22553 |
| Release Date | Sep 9, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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