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Kate Williams begins by relating the heartbreaking story of Princess Charlotte, the Queen who never was, & her impact on the youngVictoria. She also documents the Byzantine machinations behind Victoria's quest to occupy the throne.
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"The amazing untold story of Victoria before she was Queen ... Kate Williams reveals a passionate young woman beloved of her future subjects but at war with her family" (Sunday Telegraph)
"Passionate, exuberant and entertaining, a treasure trove of royalty, intrigue and politics ... vividly and sensitively brings to life the girl who would become Queen" (Simon Sebag Montefiore)
"This fresh and vivid portrayal of the young Queen Victoria is deserving of the highest praise. I cannot recommend it highly enough" (Alison Weir, author of The Lady Elizabeth)
"Becoming Queen showcases an outstanding talent from whom we can expect much more" (Matthew d'Ancona Spectator)
"History as exciting and tempestuous as you are ever likely to find" (Country Life)
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"Passionate, exuberant and entertaining, a treasure trove of royalty, intrigue and politics ... vividly and sensitively brings to life the girl who would become Queen" (Simon Sebag Montefiore)
"This fresh and vivid portrayal of the young Queen Victoria is deserving of the highest praise. I cannot recommend it highly enough" (Alison Weir, author of The Lady Elizabeth)
"Becoming Queen showcases an outstanding talent from whom we can expect much more" (Matthew d'Ancona Spectator)
"History as exciting and tempestuous as you are ever likely to find" (Country Life)
In Becoming Queen, Kate Williams tells the astonishing story of Queen Victoria's passionate youth, her bitter struggle with her mother - and how her life was shaped by the life of her forgotten cousin, Princess Charlotte, the Queen who never was.
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- PublisherAUDIOGO
- Publication date2009
- ISBN 10 1408430754
- ISBN 13 9781408430750
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages596
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR003713707
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