Queen Victoria and the Discovery of the Riviera by Michael Nelson

Name: Queen Victoria and the Discovery of the Riviera by Michael Nelson
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Queen Victoria fell in love with the Riviera when she discovered it on her first visit to Menton in 1882 and her enchantment with this 'paradise of nature' endured for almost twenty years. Victoria's visits helped to transform the French Riviera by paving the way for other European royalty, the aristocracy and the very rich, who were to turn it into their pleasure garden. Michael Nelson paints a fascinating portrait of Victoria and her dealings with local people of all classes, statesmen and the constant stream of visiting crown heads. In the process, we see an unexpected side to Victoria: not the imperious, petulant, mourning widow but rather an exuberant girlish old lady thrilled by her surroundings. \""Queen Victoria and the Discovery of the Riviera\"" is an absorbing and revealing account\n\nQueen Victoria and the Discovery of the Riviera\n\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\nPlease note: th;