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Wilson (The Elizabethans) is convinced of the greatness of Queen Victoria (1819–1901), and his admiration for the long-reigning female monarch is evident in this comprehensive, highly accessible work. Although rooted in the complex political and international details of the era, the biography's focus remains squarely on Victoria, who, Wilson argues is fascinating because of her intricate inner life. Victoria escaped a melancholy and solitary childhood by writing and journaling, a pract...Log In or Sign Up to Read More