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A readable, enthusiastic appreciation based on secondary sources...[which] provides some interesting vignettes... --Washington Times
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Albert: Prince Consort to Queen Victoria, social and cultural visionary in his own right, was born in the Saxon duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld but defined the culture and direction of 19th century Britain - a superpower at the zenith of its influence - more than any other British royal or politician. Although he pleaded with his wife that no monument to his memory should be left (a plea that was to go unheeded by his grieving widow) the role he played in shaping Victorian culture stands today as indisputable proof of the enduring legacy of a man who spent just two decades of his short life in England. Though overshadowed in history by his adoring wife, and at times even mocked by her subjects, it was arguably Albert that gave form and substance to the Victorian Age. From the outset, he strove to win 'the respect, the love and the confidence of the Queen and of the nation', pursuing an extraordinary social and cultural crusade that has become his greatest legacy. From the Great Exhibition and the construction of many of London's great museums to his social campaigns against slavery and the Corn Laws, Albert's achievements were truly remarkable - in fact, very few have made such a permanent mark on British society. This is the life story of Albert of Saxe-Coburg: Prince Consort and beloved husband of Queen Victoria - and one of the most influential figures of modern Europe.
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this on recommendation. Being a 'fanatic' regarding Queen Victoria and The Price Consort I awaited with eager anticipation for the arrival of my order. Just scanning through it all I saw was the same old photos; nothing new as expected. More appalling was going through on a quick 'scan' to discover several gross errors. I hate to think how many I will discover on reading the book. I shall read read the book and maybe revise this view, but I do not think I shall change the star rating. Oh nearly forgot: all the illustrations are in black and white, the paper quality is dreadful. It just shouts 'cheap'.
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Succinct Biography of a Beloved Prince
12 Feb 2012
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This book was a wonderful biography. The extraction of letters between Albert and his loved ones and also the diary of Queen Victoria make this book a useful document when discussing 19th century Britain and the rapidly changing economy due to the increase in industrialization. It specializes on Albert's reforms within the working-class and also his creation and completion of the great Exhibition of 1851. Prince Albert was clearly loved in the end despite the deep xenophobia at first. "There was hardly a corner of British society that remained untouched by Albert's enlightened hand" (pg 3). This is the type of book that makes you love it and not want to read about the main character passing away.
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