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Queen Victoria, her girlhood and womanhood
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152 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2004
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March 28, 2012
I recently was given the privilege of borrowing a very old but beautiful copy of : QUEEN VICTORIA. HER GIRLHOOD AND WOMANHOOD, BY GRACE GREENWOOD. After reading it with the utmost care (seriously, because it wasn’t mine, I feared if anything should happen to it- yep- that precious and antique!)- only after did I discover that I could have actually read it on the Gutenberg Project! See Here.
This beautifully written biography tells the story of Queen Victoria, her family, her life, studies, love of the arts, the famous people she met, the politics, her endless love for Albert (reciprocated of course;)...It is an absolutely divine read.
I think what I loved most was reading the descriptions of the Queen as a young child all the way through to young adulthood. She had the kindest disposition and was such a caring person. It seems that everyone adored her. Reading about her affinity for the arts and her love of animals reflected her gentle character. I loved reading about her mannerisms and the way she dealt with others. Of course, her relationship with Prince Albert was the kind that fairy tales are made of- and that suited me just fine as well.
There’s even a part where she entertains Napoleon III and his wife, Empress Eugenie (whom I happen to adore). The Queen and the Empress really seemed to hit it off- both with such endearing personalities, I could really picture the two of them together. When in turn the English Royal Couple visited their French counterparts, it is said that they had a grand time; they enjoyed eachother’s company so much that the Empress cried when parted.
The book ties in the history in such a splendid way by sweeping us through the lives of this royal branch (from George III and on). I loved reading little anecdotes on the family dynamics and peculiarities of these historical royals.
But the saddest part was certainly Albert’s death- and with this the part where Victoria, with such sorrow, realizes “There will be no one to ever call me Victoria again”.
If you get the chance read this splendid history book on Queen Victoria- you will love it.
This beautifully written biography tells the story of Queen Victoria, her family, her life, studies, love of the arts, the famous people she met, the politics, her endless love for Albert (reciprocated of course;)...It is an absolutely divine read.
I think what I loved most was reading the descriptions of the Queen as a young child all the way through to young adulthood. She had the kindest disposition and was such a caring person. It seems that everyone adored her. Reading about her affinity for the arts and her love of animals reflected her gentle character. I loved reading about her mannerisms and the way she dealt with others. Of course, her relationship with Prince Albert was the kind that fairy tales are made of- and that suited me just fine as well.
There’s even a part where she entertains Napoleon III and his wife, Empress Eugenie (whom I happen to adore). The Queen and the Empress really seemed to hit it off- both with such endearing personalities, I could really picture the two of them together. When in turn the English Royal Couple visited their French counterparts, it is said that they had a grand time; they enjoyed eachother’s company so much that the Empress cried when parted.
The book ties in the history in such a splendid way by sweeping us through the lives of this royal branch (from George III and on). I loved reading little anecdotes on the family dynamics and peculiarities of these historical royals.
But the saddest part was certainly Albert’s death- and with this the part where Victoria, with such sorrow, realizes “There will be no one to ever call me Victoria again”.
If you get the chance read this splendid history book on Queen Victoria- you will love it.
March 22, 2012
This biography of Queen Victoria is unique in several respects: It was written by an American woman who lived at the same time as the Queen. The biographer even includes in the text a description of one occasion during which she saw the Queen.
She does not write as a detached biographer might, but as one who is speaking of a friend.
The author invokes nearly poetic imagery in several instances, and these touches give one a narrative of a great woman's life, as opposed to a dry history composed of the facts and figures that might turn off one who is not enamored with history or the era. (Alas, I am one such soul)
It is a free book to download, as it is in the public domain, which makes it very attractive and the writing style makes it a very easy read, filled with personal anecdotes which give flavor and color to the life of the Queen.
She does not write as a detached biographer might, but as one who is speaking of a friend.
The author invokes nearly poetic imagery in several instances, and these touches give one a narrative of a great woman's life, as opposed to a dry history composed of the facts and figures that might turn off one who is not enamored with history or the era. (Alas, I am one such soul)
It is a free book to download, as it is in the public domain, which makes it very attractive and the writing style makes it a very easy read, filled with personal anecdotes which give flavor and color to the life of the Queen.
January 16, 2012
This is a free book from amazon for the kindle. It was interesting getting more of an insight into Queen Victoria's life & her relation ship with Albert. I did find it somewhat difficult in places as the author jumped about a bit & 1 minute she was telling you about someone who had died & the Queen's reaction & then they'd be alive again. Very confusing!!
June 29, 2012
I liked this very much. I've always had a fascination about Queen Victoria, and this just made me more impressed. It was, however, written when the Queen was still living so the stories are likely to be exaggerated!
December 18, 2013
Light biography - covered the important stuff, but didn't dig into details. Learned a bit I didn't know about Victoria!
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