"Alice, Grand Duchess of Hesse, Princess of Great Britain and Ireland" by Alice is a historical biography that explores the life of Princess Alice, a member of the British royal family. The book begins with Alice's early years as Queen Victoria's daughter, raised in Buckingham Palace, where her warm personality and strong bond with her parents shaped her. It traces her movement from a cherished childhood into establishing many relationships with those around her as well as developing a sense of charity. The writing style captures the values of the era while reflecting her kindness.
Alice, grand duchess of Hesse, princess of Great Britain and Ireland Biographical sketch and letters. With portrait.
By Grand Duchess Alice
Witness the transformation of a royal child into a compassionate leader, as revealed through intimate letters and a close look at her life among Europe's most influential families.
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About the AuthorPrincess Alice was Grand Duchess of Hesse and by Rhine from 13 June 1877 until her death in 1878 as the wife of Grand Duke Louis IV. She was the third child and second daughter of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom and Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. Alice was the first of Queen Victoria's nine children to die, and one of three to predecease their mother, who died in 1901. Her life had been enwrapped in tragedy since her father's death in 1861.
Princess Alice was Grand Duchess of Hesse and by Rhine from 13 June 1877 until her death in 1878 as the wife of Grand Duke Louis IV. She was the third child and second daughter of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom and Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. Alice was the first of Queen Victoria's nine children to die, and one of three to predecease their mother, who died in 1901. Her life had been enwrapped in tragedy since her father's death in 1861.
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