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George IV :The Grand Entertainment
George IV :The Grand Entertainment
hardback
Published:
8 March, 2001
hardback
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In this biography, Steven Parissien aims to present George IV against the cultural background of his age, showing how his behaviour affected the contemporary view of both the monarch and the monarchy, and how his energies and ambitions focused upon the artistic, architectural and social splendour with which many now associate him.
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| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780719556524 |
| ISBN10 | 071955652X |
| Number Of Pages | 462 |
| Item Weight | 861 g |
| Product Dimensions | 165 x 40 x 240 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | John Murray Press |
| Format | hardback |
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Media Reviews
"This genial book succeeds as an exuberant cultural tour of palaces and paintings, rouges and hussies - truly 'Grand Entertainment.'" Simon Sebag Montefiore. -- Financial Times "A well-informed and elegant assessment of George's impact on Regency times, especially its culture." -- Sunday Telegraph, Saul David "Parissien writes with particular engagement and authority." Adam Zamoyski. -- Sunday Times