The Greville Memoirs, Part 1 (of 3), Volume 3 (of 3) by Charles Greville
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About this eBook
| Author | Greville, Charles, 1794-1865 |
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| Editor | Reeve, Henry, 1813-1895 |
| Title |
The Greville Memoirs, Part 1 (of 3), Volume 3 (of 3) A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by Stacy Brown, Eve Behr, Paul Murray and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Greville Memoirs, Part 1 (of 3), Volume 3 (of 3)" by Charles Greville is a historical memoir written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a detailed journal chronicling the events and intricacies surrounding the reigns of King George IV and King William IV of England. It offers readers a glimpse into the political landscape, personal reflections, and significant events of the time, making it a valuable source for those interested in British history and the workings of government during this era. The beginning of the memoir reveals Greville's intention to document the trivialities of his daily life, giving a personal touch to the historical narrative. He describes a dinner at Greenwich where notable figures were present, including Talleyrand and members of the British aristocracy. Greville also touches on the political nuances of the day, referencing parliamentary debates and the changing dynamics of government, particularly regarding the Irish Church Bill and the implications of the King’s correspondence with bishops. His astute observations combine social commentary and political insights, setting the stage for a detailed and candid exploration of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- George IV, 1820-1830 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- William IV, 1830-1837 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30591 |
| Release Date | Dec 3, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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