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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.

Credits: Produced by Stacy Brown, Eve Behr, Paul Murray and the
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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.)

Author: Greville, Charles, 1794-1865

Editor: Reeve, Henry, 1813-1895

EBook No.: 30590

Published: Dec 3, 2009

Downloads: 98

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- History -- George IV, 1820-1830

Subject: Great Britain -- History -- William IV, 1830-1837

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

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.

Credits: Produced by Stacy Brown, Eve Behr, Paul Murray and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net

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.)

Author: Greville, Charles, 1794-1865

Editor: Reeve, Henry, 1813-1895

EBook No.: 30590

Published: Dec 3, 2009

Downloads: 98

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- History -- George IV, 1820-1830

Subject: Great Britain -- History -- William IV, 1830-1837

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.