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The Life and Times of Queen Victoria; vol. 3 of 4

By Robert Wilson

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

Amidst financial collapses and colonial revolts, a queen battles personal demons and political pressures to secure her nation's future.

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2020-10-04
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"The Life and Times of Queen Victoria; vol. 3 of 4" by Robert Wilson is a historical narrative set in the late 1800s that examines pivotal happenings during Queen Victoria's time as ruler. The book looks at big political problems, wars, and even the Queen's tough personal times as she deals with being a powerful leader. The story brings together what was happening at home in England and what was happening worldwide in the British Empire at the time. It shows how Queen Victoria affected government decisions and her relationships with important politicians. The book starts by telling about a money crisis in England in 1857, talking about the Bank Act being stopped and the trouble that caused. It also goes into the confusion caused by a rebellion in India, with people like Lord Canning and Sir Hugh Rose leading the military response. The book emphasizes the Queen's deep involvement in conversations about important political topics, displaying how committed she was to leading and her worry about England's stability during times of international tension. It covers relationships with other countries like France, and military actions in China and India. The book builds a picture of the events that changed both the queen's life and the British Empire at the time.

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