Davies, Norman

George II (Penguin Monarchs): Not Just a British Monarch (Penguin Monarchs)

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ISBN 13:: 9780141978420
author:: Davies, Norman
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Allen Lane
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 208
Dimensions:: 18.6 x 12.9 x 2.3 centimeters (0
Genre:: Biography, Royalty, History,
Condition:: New
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George II: A Reign of Great Change George II, King of Great Britain and Ireland and Elector of Hanover, arrived in Britain at the age of thirty-one, marking a significant turning point in his life. His relationship with his father, George I, was strained, a dynamic that would echo in his own relationships with those around him. Despite this, George II presided over a period of great flourishing in his adopted country, with notable achievements in economy, military, and culture. Under his rule, Britain experienced a golden age, with notable events such as the performance of Handel's Messiah, which left a lasting impression on the monarch. However, much of his attention remained focused on continental politics, leading him to be the last British monarch to lead his troops into battle, at Dettingen in 1744. This biography offers a fresh perspective on George II's life, shedding light on the complexities of his reign and the significant impact he had on British history.

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