Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria by Lytton Strachey, published by Penguin Books in 1971, offers a detailed exploration of England’s first ‘respectable’ monarch. This biography delves into Victoria’s youth, highlighting the influences of key figures such as Baroness Lehzen and Prince Albert, while also examining her relationships with prominent political leaders like Melbourne, Peel, Palmerston, and Disraeli. With 255 pages, this edition presents a nuanced portrait that contrasts with the more traditional views of her reign.
Readers will find Strachey’s work to be a thoughtful examination of Victoria’s life, blending historical context with personal insights. The book addresses themes of royalty and the political landscape of the time, providing a rich backdrop for understanding the complexities of her character and reign. This edition is presented in English and is designed to engage those interested in biography and historical narratives.
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“The wit and astringency of Eminent Victorians have mellowed in this endearing portrait of England’s first ‘respectable’ monarch. Strachey’s study of her youth, with its Whiggish sympathies and the unseen influences of Baroness Lehzen, King Leopold and Baron Stockmar, of her total surrender to Prince Albert, of her relations with Melbourne, Peel, Palmerston and Disraeli, may cast an image almost as legendary as the pious icon that it replaced.”–BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
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