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Parissien, Steven

 
9780719556524: George IV: The Grand Entertainment
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ISBN 10 : 071955652X ISBN 13 : 9780719556524
Editeur : John Murray Publishers Ltd, 1999

Synopsis

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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Revue de presse

"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)

Présentation de l'éditeur

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.

Les informations fournies dans la section « A propos du livre » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.

Éditeur
John Murray Publishers Ltd
Date d'édition
1999
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
071955652X
ISBN 13 
9780719556524
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
462
Coordonnées du fabricant
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Personne responsable
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