Elizabeth Chudleigh, Duchess Of Kingston

By Beatrice Curtis Brown

Book Overview

Elizabeth Chudleigh, Duchess of Kingston is a non-fiction book written by Beatrice Curtis Brown. The book tells the story of Elizabeth Chudleigh, who was born into a well-to-do family in the 18th century. She was a beautiful and intelligent woman who became a maid of honor to Augusta, Princess of Wales. Elizabeth was known for her wit, charm, and beauty, which made her popular among the aristocracy.However, Elizabeth's life took a turn when she married Augustus Hervey, the Earl of Bristol. The marriage was unhappy, and Elizabeth began to have affairs with other men, including the Duke of Kingston, whom she later married. The marriage caused a scandal, as the Duke was already married to another woman.Elizabeth's life continued to be filled with drama and scandal, including a trial for bigamy and a public humiliation at the coronation of George III. The book explores Elizabeth's life in detail, including her upbringing, her relationships, and her downfall.Brown's book is well-researched and provides a fascinating insight into the life of a woman who was both admired and reviled in her time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the aristocracy, scandalous affairs, and the role of women in the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163176664
• ISBN13: 9781163176665
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"