Queen Victoria : Daughter, Wife, Mother, Widow

BESTSELLING HISTORIAN LUCY WORSLEY PRESENTS AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT OF ONE OF BRITAIN'S LONGEST-REIGNING AND MOST REMARKABLE MONARCHS

Readers are captivated by Queen Victoria:'A perspective-altering account' ?????'Lucy breathes life into the monarch' ?????'A compelling, informative, and accessible narrative' ?????

Queen Victoria: beyond the stereotypical image of a dour, elderly woman clad in black. Discover the vivacious young princess who revelled in dance, and the astute queen who redefined the monarchy's role. Victoria ingeniously navigated her reign during a time when female leadership was met with significant unease.

Her carefully cultivated image as a dutiful daughter, wife, and widow masked the reality of a skilled and intuitive political figure. Though her words may not have betrayed it, her actions challenged the conventions of femininity. However, this came at a considerable personal cost.

Through an in-depth examination of twenty-four days in her life, utilising diaries, correspondence, and other sources, we gain an unprecedented closeness to Queen Victoria. This hour-by-hour account allows us to appreciate and celebrate the complexities of Britain's most recognisable female historical figure.

Praise for Queen Victoria:'A delightfully fresh, vivid, and engaging portrayal.' Jane Ridley, author of Bertie: A Life of Edward VII'Reflects the author's abundant charm.' Spectator'The book's strength lies in its rich details.' The Times'Worsley's expertise and elegant prose make this essential reading.' Publisher's Weekly'An intimate glimpse.' Daily Mail'A compelling portrait of the monarch.' i paper'Offers unique insights into this enigmatic sovereign.' Choice Magazine'In this spirited, nimble biography, now available in paperback, popular TV historian Lucy Worsley examines just 24 days of Victoria's 81-year life, revealing unexpected facets of the monarch.' BBC History Magazine

Product Information:

Book ISBN:	9781473651418
Book Author:	Lucy Worsley
Book Format:	Paperback / softback
Book Imprint:	Hodder Paperback
Book Publisher:	Hodder & Stoughton
Book Dimensions:	130 x 199 x 45 cm
Book Publication Date:	2019-09-05
Book Pagination:	528 pages, 2 x 8 page colour illustrations
Book Weight:	392g