His Most Gracious Majesty King Edward VII by Marie Belloc Lowndes
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| Author | Lowndes, Marie Belloc, 1868-1947 |
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| Title | His Most Gracious Majesty King Edward VII |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "His Most Gracious Majesty King Edward VII" by Mrs. Belloc-Lowndes is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book presents a detailed biography of King Edward VII, recounting his life from birth through his childhood, education, and eventual accession to the throne. It offers insights into his character, upbringing, and the unique circumstances surrounding his time as the Prince of Wales and beyond. The opening of the book introduces King Edward's birth on November 9, 1841, amidst great public enthusiasm, as noted in contemporary accounts. It provides context about the sentiments of the nation regarding his future role, with references to the hopes invested in him by both his royal parents and the public. The narration seamlessly transitions into his formative years, highlighting the early influences on his character and the careful preparations made for his education. This section sets the stage for understanding the man he would become and the contributions he would make to the British monarchy and society at large. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Edward VII, King of Great Britain, 1841-1910 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52237 |
| Release Date | Jun 4, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 118 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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