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Title: Social England under the Regency, Vol. 1 (of 2)
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Summary: "Social England under the Regency, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by John Ashton is a detailed historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the social conditions and everyday life of England during the Regency period, particularly examining the notable figures, events, and customs of the time. It aims to provide readers with an authentic representation of society rather than merely recounting the actions of the elite. The opening of the book discusses the state of King George III.'s health, setting the stage for the establishment of the Regency government due to his mental illness. It highlights the public's interest in the King's well-being and the political implications of his condition, including preparations for a Regency if necessary. Ashton explores the King's love for music and his gradual recovery while also detailing the political maneuvering and social context surrounding the Regency Bill. This introduction establishes both the personal and political landscape of the era, suggesting a rich narrative filled with social commentary and historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Ashton, John, 1834-1911
EBook No.: 48390
Published: Mar 1, 2015
Downloads: 228
Language: English
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
Subject: Regency -- England
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Social England under the Regency, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Christine P. Travers and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
(This file was produced from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Social England under the Regency, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by John Ashton is a detailed historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the social conditions and everyday life of England during the Regency period, particularly examining the notable figures, events, and customs of the time. It aims to provide readers with an authentic representation of society rather than merely recounting the actions of the elite. The opening of the book discusses the state of King George III.'s health, setting the stage for the establishment of the Regency government due to his mental illness. It highlights the public's interest in the King's well-being and the political implications of his condition, including preparations for a Regency if necessary. Ashton explores the King's love for music and his gradual recovery while also detailing the political maneuvering and social context surrounding the Regency Bill. This introduction establishes both the personal and political landscape of the era, suggesting a rich narrative filled with social commentary and historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Ashton, John, 1834-1911
EBook No.: 48390
Published: Mar 1, 2015
Downloads: 228
Language: English
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
Subject: Regency -- England
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.