In this third volume of Queen Victoria's correspondence, readers are given a unique glimpse into the private thoughts, feelings, and relationships of one of Britain's most iconic monarchs. The letters cover the years 1854-1861, a turbulent period in European history marked by wars, political intrigue, and social change.
Queen Victoria's letters reveal her deep love for her family, particularly her consort Prince Albert, whose untimely death in 1861 left her devastated. Through her correspondence, we see Victoria's struggles to balance her roles as a wife, mother, and queen, while also dealing with the demands of her public duties.
The letters also provide insight into Victoria's relationships with key political figures of the time, such as Prime Minister Lord Palmerston and Foreign Secretary Lord John Russell. Her candid opinions and sharp wit make for fascinating reading, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of her reign.
Overall, "The Letters of Queen Victoria" offers a rich and intimate portrait of a monarch who ruled during a pivotal period in British history. Readers interested in royal history, Victorian England, or just a good old-fashioned epistolary narrative will find much to enjoy in this collection.
First Page:
THE LETTERS OF QUEEN VICTORIAA Selection from Her Majesty's Correspondence between the Years 1837 and 1861
Published by Authority of His Majesty The King
Edited by
ARTHUR CHRISTOPHER BENSON, M.A. and VISCOUNT ESHER, G.C.V.O., K.C.B.
In Three Volumes
VOL. III. 1854 1861
London John Murray, Albemarle Street, W. 1908
Copyright in Great Britain and Dependencies, 1907, by H.M. THE KING.
In the United States by Messrs LONGMANS, GREEN & CO.
All rights reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER XXIII
1854 PAGES The Eastern Question Attack on the Prince The French alliance The Orleans family The Reform Bill The Baltic command The British ultimatum Departure of the Guards War declared Cabinet dissensions Austrian interests The Sultan Prussian policy Marshal St Arnaud Invasion of the Principalities Separation of Departments The Russian loan Debates on the War Prince Albert and the Emperor Napoleon The Crimea Battle of the Alma Maharajah Dhuleep Singh Attack on Sebastopol Battle of Inkerman Death of Sir G. Cathcart A hurricane Lord John Russell and the Premiership Miss Nightingale's mission 1 62
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