Excerpt from The Royal Dukes and Princesses of the Family of George III, Vol. 1 of 2: A View of Court Life and Manners for Seventy Years, 1760-1830
Besides gathering together all the published materials laid up from innumerable volumes, many scarce or often unknown, into a regular form, I have here collected a large amount of unpublished letters, diaries, and other interesting ms. Matter. These are to be read in our National Museum, instead of, as might be expected, being kept in the archives of the Royal Family. Of these I have made due use, though, it is hoped, exercising also due discretion.
To make the picture of Court life as complete, I have devoted a portion of the first volume to an account of the Royal Head of the family as he appeared in his domestic circle, and in the enjoyment of his simple and moderate recreations. This view I have been careful to open, not from the more familiar memoirs, like Mr. J case's - though Miss Burney has been drawn upon to some extent - but from the Harcourt Papers and the columns of the Court Circulars of the day.
With these materials I think I may take credit for offering a picture of Court life that is not to be found elsewhere, and which will, on the whole, raise the Royal Family in public estimation.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the British Royal Family during the reign of George III. The author delves into the private lives of the king and his siblings, exploring their relationships, loves, and tragedies. From George III's early romances with Lady Sarah Lennox and Hannah Lightfoot to the tragic fate of his sister, Caroline Matilda, Queen of Denmark, the book reveals the complexities and intrigues of royal life. Through personal letters, anecdotes, and historical accounts, the author illuminates the social customs and political landscapes of the time. The reader gains insight into the lavish coronation celebrations, the etiquette of court life, and the royal family's struggle to adapt to a changing world. The book highlights the pressures of royal duty, the complexities of personal relationships, and the often-unseen human side of those who lived in the gilded cage of royalty. The author's meticulous research and engaging writing style bring to life a captivating era of British history, unveiling the human stories behind the royal titles and shedding light on the power dynamics and societal transformations of the late eighteenth century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331989295_0
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