Life and Times of Her Majesty Caroline Matilda, Vol. 1 (of 3) by Wraxall
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| Author | Wraxall, Lascelles, Sir, 1828-1865 |
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| Title |
Life and Times of Her Majesty Caroline Matilda, Vol. 1 (of 3) Queen of Denmark and Norway, and Sister of H. M. George III. of England |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Life and Times of Her Majesty Caroline Matilda, Vol. 1 (of 3)" by Lascelles Wraxall is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume explores the life of Caroline Matilda, Queen of Denmark, who was also the sister of King George III of England. The narrative delves into her marriage, court life, and the political intrigues surrounding her, particularly highlighting the complicated dynamics of her relationships within the royal family and the societal challenges she faced. The opening of the work sets the stage by introducing the context of the 18th century, focusing on Caroline Matilda's early life and her marriage to Christian VII, King of Denmark. The narrative chronicles the tragic circumstances of her upbringing, the political motivations behind her marriage, and her heartfelt emotions as she leaves England for Denmark. It references important figures, such as her influential brother, the King of England, and highlights her experiences at the Danish court, where she navigates personal and political trials amid a complex backdrop of royal duties and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DL: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Northern Europe, Scandinavia |
| Subject | Caroline Mathilde, Queen, consort of Christian VII, King of Denmark, 1751-1775 |
| Subject | Denmark -- History -- Christian VII, 1766-1808 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47521 |
| Release Date | Dec 3, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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