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The Oxford Book Of Royal Anecdotes,Used
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Here Is A Sparkling Collection Of Crown Jewelsfrom Amusing Tales That Humanize Their Subjects To Dramatic Stories Of Martyrdoms, Palace Intrigues, And Bloody Battles. Elizabeth Longford, Intimate Of The Royal Family And Biographer Of Victoria And Elizabeth Ii, Has Assembled The Best Anecdotes Ever Written And Reported Abut The Kings And Queens Of England, Across The Full Range Of Britains History From The First Century A.D. To The Present Day.Scholars And Versifiers, Lawgivers And Saints Crowd The Pages Alongside Soldiers, Scallywags, And Imbeciles, And Never Have These Distant Figures Been Brought More Vividly To Life Than In This Splendid Anthology. We Read Of Alfreds Burnt Cakes, Cnut And The Wolves, Henry Viii And His Six Wives, George Iii Resigning Himself To American Independence, Edward Viis Gambling Habits, And Much More. There Are Samplings Of Royal Wit (As When James I Said Of John Donnes Poetry: Dr Donnes Verses Are Like The Peace Of God; They Pass All Understanding.'), Of Royal Modesty (As In Elizabeth Iis Explanation Of Why She Wore No Crown At The Musician Robert Mayers 100Th Birthday Party: 'I Thought It Was Sir Roberts Night, Not Mine.'), And Of Royal Certitude (As In Victorias Comment During A Dark Moment Of The Boer War: 'Please Understand That There Is No One Depressed This House; We Are Not Interested In The Possibilities Of Defeat; They Do Not Exist.')The Countess Of Longfords Helpful Commentary Clarifies The Complexities Of Royal Genealogy And Adds A Sharp And Often Humorous Perspective To Bygone Events. Her Sources Range From The Earliest Medieval Chroniclers To Biographers And Historians Of Today, From Dispassionate Descriptions To Intimate And Revealing Accounts From The Letters And Journals Of The Monarchs Themselves. The Result Is Truly A Historical Feast Fit For A King.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the publication date of The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes? A: The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes was published on June 1, 1989.
- Q: Who is the author of The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes? A: The book is authored by Elizabeth Longford.
- Q: How many pages does The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes have? A: The book contains a total of 572 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes is in new condition.
- Q: What topics are covered in The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes? A: The book covers various anecdotes related to the kings and queens of England throughout Britain's history, including humorous and dramatic stories.
- Q: Is The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes suitable for academic study? A: Yes, it includes helpful commentary and sources that clarify royal genealogy, making it suitable for academic study as well as casual reading.
- Q: What edition of The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes is available? A: The book is available in the first edition.
- Q: Can I find royal anecdotes from various eras in The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes? A: Yes, the book includes anecdotes from the first century A.D. to contemporary times, covering a wide range of historical periods.
- Q: Does The Oxford Book of Royal Anecdotes include commentary from the author? A: Yes, Elizabeth Longford provides commentary that adds context and humor to the anecdotes presented in the book.