Queen Victoria: Daughter, Wife, Mother, Widow

In her lively, light-footed biography, Lucy Worsley examines 24 days of Queen Victoria's 81-year life to reveal unexpected aspects of the monarch. She reveals the contradictions that make up British history's most recognizable woman by looking at her life in detail through diaries, letters, and more.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 528 pages
\n Publication date: 09 May 2019
\n Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
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A captivating and captivating portrait emerges from the pages of Jane Ridley's remarkable work, "Bertie: A Life of Edward VII." This captivating biography possesses an undeniable charm that mirrors the essence of its author, Jane Ridley. The Spectator praises the book, highlighting its abundant allure and the captivating nature of its narrative. The Times applauds the author's masterful command of the material, describing the book as a masterpiece that shines through its intricate details. Publisher's Weekly acclaims Worsley's elegant writing style, deeming it a must-read for anyone seeking an engaging and insightful journey into the life of the monarch. The Daily Mail portrays the book as an intimate glimpse into the life of Queen Victoria, while the i paper describes it as a unique perspective that offers a deeper understanding of this enigmatic ruler. Choice Magazine applauds the lively and light-footed nature of the biography, highlighting its ability to unveil unexpected facets of Queen Victoria's remarkable 81-year life. In this lively paperback edition, popular TV historian Lucy Worsley delves into a mere 24 days of Queen Victoria's extraordinary life, unveiling captivating aspects that shed new light on the monarch. BBC History Magazine applauds the author's lively and light-footed approach, describing the book as a lively and insightful biography that provides a fresh perspective on Queen Victoria's remarkable life.

Who was Queen Victoria, really? Was she merely a little old lady, with a potato-like appearance, dressed in everlasting black? Or was she a passionate young princess who loved dancing? And what about the third Victoria—the brilliant queen who invented a new role for the monarchy? Queen Victoria found a way to rule in a time when people were deeply uncomfortable with a woman on the throne. Her image as a conventional daughter, wife, and widow concealed the reality of a talented, instinctive politician. Her actions, even if not her words, revealed that she was challenging the established rules of femininity. However, this path came at a profound personal cost. By delving into the details of twenty-four days of her life, through diaries, letters, and other sources, we have the opportunity to meet Queen Victoria intimately. We can observe and celebrate the contradictions that define the most recognizable woman in British history. Through this close-up and personal experience, we gain a deeper understanding of the woman who shaped the course of British history.

\n Weight: 392g\n
Dimension: 130 x 199 x 45 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781473651418\n \n