Author |
Browne, E. Gordon (Edgar Gordon), 1871- |
Title |
Queen Victoria
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Note |
Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Ron Swanson
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Summary |
"Queen Victoria" by E. Gordon Browne is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides an in-depth look at the life of Queen Victoria, detailing her reign and the significant impact it had on British history, as well as the various social and political changes during the Victorian Era. The opening of the book begins with a reflection on the importance of nostalgia and the social landscape of England at the start of Queen Victoria's reign. The author draws parallels with the legend of Rip Van Winkle, emphasizing how dramatically times have changed and setting the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the Queen's influence. Early chapters focus on Victoria's childhood and upbringing, highlighting her strict training and eventual accession to the throne at a young age, portraying both her personal character and the socio-political challenges she faced. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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Subject |
Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901
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Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- Victoria, 1837-1901
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Subject |
Queens -- Great Britain -- Biography
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
16965 |
Release Date |
Oct 30, 2005 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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