Queen Victoria: 1819-1901 (1901)

By Richard Rivington Holmes

Book Overview

Queen Victoria: 1819-1901 is a biography of Queen Victoria, written by Richard R. Holmes and published in 1901, shortly after the queen's death. The book provides a comprehensive account of Victoria's life, from her birth in 1819 to her death in 1901, and covers her personal life, political career, and impact on British history. The book begins with a brief overview of Victoria's family background and childhood, before delving into her early years as queen and her marriage to Prince Albert. Holmes explores Victoria's role as a wife and mother, as well as her growing influence on British politics and society. He also examines the queen's relationships with her prime ministers, including William Gladstone and Benjamin Disraeli, and her role in shaping British foreign policy.Throughout the book, Holmes provides a detailed portrait of Victoria as a person, highlighting her strengths and weaknesses, her passions and prejudices, and her impact on the people around her. He also explores the cultural and social context of Victoria's reign, including the rise of the middle class, the growth of the British Empire, and the changing role of women in society.Overall, Queen Victoria: 1819-1901 is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of Britain's most iconic monarchs. It offers a fascinating insight into the life and times of Queen Victoria, and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in British history or the royal family.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: 1163909173
• ISBN13: 9781163909171
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"