Victoria Travels: Journeys Of Queen Victoria Between 1830 And 1900 With Extracts From Her Journal

Victoria Travels: Journeys Of Queen Victoria Between 1830 And 1900 With Extracts From Her Journal

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: David Duff
Binding: Hardback
Published: Frederick Muller., 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor tears to corners of DJ, top-edge discoloured from tanning.

This compelling historical account, Victoria Travels: Journeys Of Queen Victoria Between 1830 And 1890 With Extracts From Her Journal, chronicles the extensive travels of Queen Victoria throughout her reign, offering an intimate glimpse into her personal experiences and observations. The narrative presents a unique perspective on the monarch's life, drawing directly from her own journal entries to illustrate the landscapes, cultures, and people she encountered. It details the significant impact these journeys had on her understanding of her kingdom and the wider world. The book argues for the profound influence of travel on Victoria's personal and political development, providing a rich tapestry of royal history and personal reflection. This authoritative work uncovers the lesser-known aspects of a pivotal historical figure, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of Victorian history and royal biographies.

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Description

Author: David Duff
Binding: Hardback
Published: Frederick Muller., 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor tears to corners of DJ, top-edge discoloured from tanning.

This compelling historical account, Victoria Travels: Journeys Of Queen Victoria Between 1830 And 1890 With Extracts From Her Journal, chronicles the extensive travels of Queen Victoria throughout her reign, offering an intimate glimpse into her personal experiences and observations. The narrative presents a unique perspective on the monarch's life, drawing directly from her own journal entries to illustrate the landscapes, cultures, and people she encountered. It details the significant impact these journeys had on her understanding of her kingdom and the wider world. The book argues for the profound influence of travel on Victoria's personal and political development, providing a rich tapestry of royal history and personal reflection. This authoritative work uncovers the lesser-known aspects of a pivotal historical figure, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of Victorian history and royal biographies.