The Greville Memoirs, Part 1 (of 3), Volume 2 (of 3) by Charles Greville
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| Author | Greville, Charles, 1794-1865 |
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| Editor | Reeve, Henry, 1813-1895 |
| Title |
The Greville Memoirs, Part 1 (of 3), Volume 2 (of 3)
A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Greville Memoirs, Part 1 (of 3), Volume 2 (of 3)" by Charles Greville is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a journal chronicling significant events and observations during the reigns of King George IV and King William IV of Britain. The memoirs offer insights into the political landscape of the era, reflecting on the personalities, social dynamics, and major transformations in governance and public sentiment. At the start of the memoirs, the author, Charles Greville, provides a vivid recounting of King William IV's accession to the throne following the death of George IV. He details the immediate public reaction to the new king, marked by relief over the former king's passing and a sense of optimism about William's ascension. Greville characterizes William IV as a down-to-earth and good-natured individual, eager to engage with his subjects, which contrasts sharply with the previous king's aloofness. The opening also hints at the king's awkward adherence to protocols and etiquette, alluding to the potential for both endearing and embarrassing public moments that might arise from his simpler, more affable approach to kingship. This beginning sets the stage for a rich exploration of the political intrigues and societal changes of the time. (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 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- William IV, 1830-1837 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30590 |
| Release Date | Dec 3, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 101 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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