The Life and Times of Queen Victoria; vol. 2 of 4 by Robert Wilson
"The Life and Times of Queen Victoria; vol. 2 of 4" by Robert Wilson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume delves into the significant events and policies during the reign of Queen Victoria, focusing on colonial reform, financial issues, as well as the royal family's dynamics and duties. The work provides a rich exploration of the political and social landscape of the time, offering insight intothe complexities of Victorian governance and the Queen's personal involvement. The opening of this volume introduces readers to critical political discussions in Britain, particularly regarding self-governance for the colonies and financial reform led by notable figures like Mr. Roebuck and Mr. Cobden. It highlights the tension between the Whig government and emerging calls for colonial autonomy, as well as the struggle between different factions in Parliament regarding fiscal policies. Additionally, it touches on the personal lives of the royal family, including the education of the Prince of Wales, set against the backdrop of ongoing debates about governance, national identity, and economic challenges during Queen Victoria's reign. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wilson, Robert, 1846-1893 |
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| Title | The Life and Times of Queen Victoria; vol. 2 of 4 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Victoria, 1837-1901 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63290 |
| Release Date | Sep 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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