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The Greville Memoirs, Part 2 (of 3), Volume 2 (of 3) A Journal of the Reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1852

By Charles Greville

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness the backroom deals and power struggles that shaped Victorian England as political giants clashed and the fate of Parliament hung in the balance.

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2014-07-17
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"The Greville Memoirs, Part 2 (of 3), Volume 2 (of 3)" by Charles Greville is a window into a crucial period of British history. The personal journal gives a close look at Queen Victoria's reign from 1837 to 1852. It explores the complicated political scene during that time, filled with powerful leaders and major events. The story starts with the ministers arguing about whether to dissolve Parliament, showcasing different viewpoints, including Prime Minister Lord Melbourne's hesitation. It also mentions the unexpected death of a newspaper editor and what it could mean. The book promises a gripping look at important decisions, the relationships between political figures, and how the public felt about the monarchy, showing a time of big changes and uncertain outcomes in the Victorian government.

About the Author

Charles Cavendish Fulke Greville was an English diarist and an amateur cricketer who played first-class cricket from 1819 to 1827. His father, Charles Greville, was a second cousin of the 1st Earl of Warwick. His mother, Lady Charlotte Bentinck, was a daughter of the 3rd Duke of Portland.

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