Memoirs of the Court of George III
Memoirs of the Court of George III

Author: Michael Kassler

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781848934696

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George III was one of the longest reigning British monarchs, ruling over most of the English-speaking world from 1760 to 1820. Despite his longevity, George's reign was one of turmoil. This edition presents four first-hand accounts which record significant events, including the American and French Revolutions and the 'madness' of George III.

Mary Delany (1700–1788) and the Court of George III
Mary Delany (1700–1788) and the Court of George III

Author: Alain Kerherve

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-03-24

Total Pages: 358

ISBN-13: 1000419851

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Though she failed to become a handmaiden to Queen Anne, Mary Delany went on to become a figure at Court, eventually lodging at Windsor. This new edition of her correspondence during her years at Windsor presents previously unpublished letters as well as applying modern standards of editorial principles to her correspondence. The letters show the daily rituals of living at Court, document the first social steps of Fanny Burney and Mary Georgina Port, and supply new information on the family life of the royal family - including material on the assassination attempt against George III by Margaret Nicholson. Volume 2 of the Memoirs of the Court of George III.

The Memoirs of Lt. Henry Timberlake
The Memoirs of Lt. Henry Timberlake

Author: Henry Timberlake

Publisher: UNC Press Books

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 0807831263

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This is the first modern scholarly edition of what is considered the most detailed ethnographic account of Cherokee life in the late 18th century. Timberlake•s memoirs describe the months he spent living with the Cherokees then escorting a delegation to London to meet King George III. He provides details of daily life, including ceremonies, games, the role of women, the preparation of food, and the creation of weapons, baskets, and pottery. This edition pairs the original text with extensive footnotes and annotiations, a new introduction, index, and more than 100 illustrations, including artifacts, maps, period artwork, and contemporary artwork.