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George II
King and Elector
Series: The English Monarchs Series
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See moreDespite a long and eventful reign, Britain's George II is a largely forgotten monarch, his achievements overlooked and his abilities misunderstood. This biography paints a richly detailed portrait of the many-faceted monarch in his public as well as his private life.
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Despite a long and eventful reign, Britain's George II is a largely forgotten monarch, his achievements overlooked and his abilities misunderstood. This landmark biography uncovers extensive new evidence in British and German archives, making possible the most complete and accurate assessment of this thirty-three-year reign. Andrew C. Thompson paints a richly detailed portrait of the many-faceted monarch in his public as well as his private life.
Born in Hanover in 1683, George Augustus first came to London in 1714 as the new Prince of Wales. He assumed the throne in 1727, held it until his death in 1760, and has the distinction of being Britain's last foreign-born king and the last king to lead an army in battle. With George's story at its heart, the book reconstructs his thoughts and actions through a careful reading of the letters and papers of those around him.
Thompson explores the previously underappreciated roles George played in the political processes of Britain, especially in foreign policy, and also charts the intricacies of the king's complicated relationships and reassesses the lasting impact of his frequent return trips to Hanover. George II emerges from these pages as an independent and cosmopolitan figure of undeniable historical fascination.
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Andrew C. Thompson's biography of George II is praised for filling a significant gap in the royal history of the 18th century with authority and precision. Reviewers commend its engaging narrative style, meticulous sourcing, and in-depth exploration of both British and German contexts. The book is seen as a fundamental reassessment of a "forgotten" monarch, revealing George II's pivotal political role for the first time and offering fresh insights into his reign. It is also highlighted as a comprehensive and readable account that enriches understanding of the period.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780300187779
Publisher: Yale University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 November 2012
Country: United States
Imprint: Yale University Press
Illustration: 24 b-w illus.
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 159.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 535g
Pages: 328
About the Author
Andrew C. Thompson is fellow and director of studies in history, Queens' College, Cambridge.
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