LIVES OF THE PRINCESSES OF ENGLAND, FROM THE NORMAN CONQUEST. BY MARY ANNE EVERETT GREEN + Agnes Strickland's "Lives of the Queens of England" complete 18 volume set all uniformly bound. Featuring red leather spines with crowns, frontispiece illustration on each book as well as a title page illustration on each. Very good condition.
Mary Anne Everett Green's "Lives of the Princesses of England, from the Norman Conquest" stands as a significant achievement in Victorian historical writing. A pioneering female historian and archivist, Green dedicated herself to meticulously researching and narrating the lives of English princesses. This multi-volume work, drawing heavily on primary sources like letters and diaries, offers a comprehensive view of these women's experiences, from their royal births and carefully orchestrated marriages to their roles in courtly life, political machinations, and personal struggles. Green's focus on female figures, often overlooked in traditional historical narratives, provided valuable insights into their contributions and the constraints they faced within their respective eras.
The complete work paints a vivid picture of the social, cultural, and political landscape of England through the lens of its princesses. Green's detailed research brings these women to life, revealing not only their public roles but also their private lives, their relationships, and their individual personalities. While her interpretations are inevitably shaped by Victorian sensibilities, "Lives of the Princesses of England" remains a valuable and accessible resource for anyone interested in exploring the history of English royalty and the often-overlooked stories of its female members. The digitization of these volumes makes them readily available for modern readers to discover and appreciate.
Agnes Strickland's "Lives of the Queens of England" was a groundbreaking work in historical biography, marking a new era in how English history was written, particularly by women. Eschewing opinions for "facts," Strickland meticulously researched primary sources like official records and private documents, setting a new standard for historical accuracy. The book's popularity was immense, shaping Victorian perceptions of English history and the role of women within it.
While attributed solely to Agnes, the book was a collaborative effort with her sister Elisabeth, who conducted much of the research and writing. This fact, largely unknown at the time, highlights the complexities of authorship and recognition in the Victorian era. Beyond political events, Strickland delved into the personal lives of the queens, exploring their relationships, personalities, and challenges, making these historical figures more relatable to readers and further cementing the book's significance.
Extremely rare to see in this complete 18 volume set. Could not find another like this one.
LIVES OF THE PRINCESSES OF ENGLAND, FROM THE NORMAN CONQUEST. BY MARY ANNE EVERETT GREEN + Agnes Strickland's "Lives of the Queens of England" complete 18 volume set all uniformly bound. Featuring red leather spines with crowns, frontispiece illustration on each book as well as a title page illustration on each. Very good condition.
Mary Anne Everett Green's "Lives of the Princesses of England, from the Norman Conquest" stands as a significant achievement in Victorian historical writing. A pioneering female historian and archivist, Green dedicated herself to meticulously researching and narrating the lives of English princesses. This multi-volume work, drawing heavily on primary sources like letters and diaries, offers a comprehensive view of these women's experiences, from their royal births and carefully orchestrated marriages to their roles in courtly life, political machinations, and personal struggles. Green's focus on female figures, often overlooked in traditional historical narratives, provided valuable insights into their contributions and the constraints they faced within their respective eras.
The complete work paints a vivid picture of the social, cultural, and political landscape of England through the lens of its princesses. Green's detailed research brings these women to life, revealing not only their public roles but also their private lives, their relationships, and their individual personalities. While her interpretations are inevitably shaped by Victorian sensibilities, "Lives of the Princesses of England" remains a valuable and accessible resource for anyone interested in exploring the history of English royalty and the often-overlooked stories of its female members. The digitization of these volumes makes them readily available for modern readers to discover and appreciate.
Agnes Strickland's "Lives of the Queens of England" was a groundbreaking work in historical biography, marking a new era in how English history was written, particularly by women. Eschewing opinions for "facts," Strickland meticulously researched primary sources like official records and private documents, setting a new standard for historical accuracy. The book's popularity was immense, shaping Victorian perceptions of English history and the role of women within it.
While attributed solely to Agnes, the book was a collaborative effort with her sister Elisabeth, who conducted much of the research and writing. This fact, largely unknown at the time, highlights the complexities of authorship and recognition in the Victorian era. Beyond political events, Strickland delved into the personal lives of the queens, exploring their relationships, personalities, and challenges, making these historical figures more relatable to readers and further cementing the book's significance.
Extremely rare to see in this complete 18 volume set. Could not find another like this one.