Caroline the Illustrious, vol. 1 (of 2) : $b Queen-Consort of George II. and sometime Queen-Regent; a study of her life and time

"Caroline the Illustrious" by W. H. Wilkins is a historical biography that follows the extraordinary life of Caroline of Ansbach, who became the Queen-Consort of George II of Great Britain. The book shines a light on Caroline's significant political power and influence during a crucial time in English history. It paints a portrait of her character, revealing her as a strong queen who remarkably shaped the direction of the Hanoverian royal family. The story begins with Caroline's early years in Ansbach, describing her privileged upbringing and important family ties that ultimately set the stage for her future rise to power. Readers get a glimpse into her education, the people who shaped her, and hints toward her marriage to George Augustus.