Queen Victoria

EAN : 9791041803422

STRACHEY LYTTON

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EAN : 9791041803422

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EAN13 : 9791041803422
Réf. éditeur : 294004
Date Parution : 26 mars 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 336
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:18 mm
Poids : 436gr

Résumé

Résumé : The early life of Queen Victoria, as detailed in Lytton Strachey's "Queen Victoria," provides a comprehensive look at the formative years of one of Britain's most iconic monarchs. Born into a complex web of royal relations and political intrigue, Victoria's childhood was marked by a strict upbringing under the watchful eye of her mother, the Duchess of Kent, and her governess, Baroness Lehzen. Her father, the Duke of Kent, passed away when she was just a baby, leaving her mother to navigate the challenges of raising a future queen in a foreign land. The Duchess was determined to instill in Victoria the virtues of simplicity, regularity, and devotion, shielding her from the excesses of the royal court. Victoria's education was rigorous, focusing on languages, history, and religion, with an emphasis on preparing her for her future role. Despite the constraints of her upbringing, Victoria's natural disposition was one of sincerity and truthfulness, qualities that endeared her to those around her. Her relationship with her uncle, Prince Leopold, and her visits to Claremont provided her with glimpses of a world beyond the confines of Kensington Palace. As she grew older, the political landscape of England shifted, with the Reform Bill altering the balance of power and positioning Victoria as a symbol of the middle class's triumph. Her eventual realization of her destiny as queen was met with a simple yet profound resolution: "I will be good." This declaration encapsulated her commitment to her future responsibilities and set the tone for her reign. Strachey's portrayal of Victoria's early years highlights the influences that shaped her character and prepared her for the challenges of monarchy.
Biographie : Giles Lytton Strachey (1 March 1880 - 21 January 1932) was an English writer and critic. A founding member of the Bloomsbury Group and author of Eminent Victorians, he established a new form of biography in which psychological insight and sympathy are combined with irreverence and wit. His biography Queen Victoria (1921) was awarded the James Tait Black Memorial Prize.