The Greville Memoirs, Part 1 (of 3), Volume 1 (of 3) by Charles Greville
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About this eBook
| Author | Greville, Charles, 1794-1865 |
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| Editor | Reeve, Henry, 1813-1895 |
| Title |
The Greville Memoirs, Part 1 (of 3), Volume 1 (of 3) A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by Paul Murray, Eve M. Behr and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Greville Memoirs, Part 1 (of 3), Volume 1 (of 3)" by Charles Greville is a historical account written in the late 19th century. It chronicles the personal reflections and observations of the author during his time as Clerk of the Council under King George IV and King William IV. The memoirs serve as a candid account of political events, social dynamics, and notable figures in early 19th century British society, focusing on Greville's relationships and interactions within the elite circles of power. At the start of the memoirs, Greville discusses the world of British politics in a tumultuous period marked by the reigns of King George IV and King William IV. He reflects on notable events such as parliamentary elections, royal affairs, and the societal implications of political maneuvers. The opening details his motivations for journaling his encounters, including gatherings with influential individuals and observations on public sentiment toward the monarchy and legislation. Through his candid entries, he sets the stage for an exploration of the intertwined lives of politicians and the monarchy, revealing the personal and political dilemmas that shaped the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- George IV, 1820-1830 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- William IV, 1830-1837 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25700 |
| Release Date | Jun 5, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 135 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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