Lives of the Queens of England of the House of Hanover, volume 2 (of 2) by Doran
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| Author | Doran, Dr. (John), 1807-1878 |
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| Title | Lives of the Queens of England of the House of Hanover, volume 2 (of 2) |
| Original Publication | London: Richard Bentley & Son, 1875. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Charlotte Sophia, wife of George III [continued from vol. 1] -- Caroline of Brunswick, wife of George IV -- Adelaide of Saxe-Meinengen, wife of William IV. |
| Credits | Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Lives of the Queens of England of the House of Hanover, volume 2 (of 2)" by Dr. Doran is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the lives of the queens from the House of Hanover, particularly focusing on their familial relationships and the socio-political contexts during their reigns. It provides a detailed examination of their personal trials, marriages, and significant royal events, making it a fascinating read for those interested in royal history. The opening of the text introduces various characters from the Hanoverian royal lineage, starting with a detailed account of the Duke of Cumberland's life and his tumultuous health and military career. It paints a vivid picture of the royal family's dynamics, particularly highlighting the admirable qualities and flaws of its members, including their relationships and societal implications. Additionally, Queen Charlotte’s simple domestic life at Kew is contrasted with the complexities and tragedies of court life, exemplifying the struggles of royal women in a historical context marked by both political intricacies and personal sorrows. The text aims to celebrate the lives of these queens while offering critical insights into their era's social norms and expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Queens -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Hanover, House of |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 73112 |
| Release Date | Mar 6, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 59 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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