King William IV
“King William IV” by Philip Ziegler is a detailed examination of the life of the British king, published by Collins in 1971. This first edition spans 335 pages and is presented in English. The book sketches the various phases of William IV’s life, from his childhood and naval career to his reign and political attitudes during a time of significant reform in the early nineteenth century.
Readers will find an exploration of William IV’s relationships, including his connection with Mrs. Jordan and his eventual marriage to Princess Adelaide. The narrative delves into the political landscape of the era, addressing key issues such as the reform movements and the challenges posed by foreign affairs and the Irish question. Ziegler’s work provides a comprehensive biography that captures the complexities of William IV’s reign and his impact on British history.
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Sketches The Life Of The British King And Examines His Attitudes Towards Political Reform In The Early Nineteenth-century. Childhood — Midshipman Prince William — Posting To The New World — Shipwreck Of A Career — The Duke Of Clarence — Mrs. Jordan — The Wasted Years — The Breach With Mrs. Jordan — The Search For A Wife — Princess Adelaide — The Lord High Admiral — The Blissful Dawn — The Wellington Administration — The Advent Of The Whigs — Reform: The Battle Joined — Reform: The Second Phase — Reform: Lords Against Commons — Foreign Affairs — The Irish Question — The Constitutional Coup D’etat — The Tory Interlude — The Declining Days — The Last Chapter. Bibliography: P. [322]-326.
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