Publisher's Synopsis

""Queen Victoria"" by Lytton Strachey is a biography of the legendary monarch who ruled over the British Empire during its most prosperous and influential period. Strachey's book delves into the life and reign of Queen Victoria, exploring her childhood, her marriage to Prince Albert, and her many accomplishments as queen. Strachey also examines the political and social climate of the time, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the era in which Victoria lived. The book is written in Strachey's signature style, which is both engaging and informative, making it a must-read for anyone interested in British history, the monarchy, or the life of one of the most iconic figures in modern history.1921. Strachey was one of the leading members of the Bloomsbury group. He is credited with having revolutionized the art of writing biography. His evident affection for his subject make this a landmark work. Contents: Antecedents; Childhood; Lord Melbourne; Marriage; Lord Palmerston; Last Years of the Prince Consort; Widowhood; Mr. Gladstone and Lord Beaconsfield; Old Age; and The End.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781162790954
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 458
Weight: 607g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 23mm