{"product_id":"victoria-and-albert-claudine-young-9798303803459","title":"Victoria and Albert: A Union that Shaped an Empire","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Victoria and Albert: A Union That Shaped an Empire\"\u003c\/b\u003e is the definitive exploration of the life and legacy of \u003cb\u003eQueen Victoria\u003c\/b\u003e, one of Britain's most influential monarchs. From her early years as a sheltered princess to her rise as the queen of the \u003cb\u003eBritish Empire\u003c\/b\u003e, this biography offers a captivating look at the woman who reigned during the \u003cb\u003eVictorian Era\u003c\/b\u003e, a time of immense progress and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this book is Victoria's profound partnership with \u003cb\u003ePrince Albert\u003c\/b\u003e, her devoted husband and confidant. Together, they redefined the monarchy, championing \u003cb\u003esocial reform\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eeducation\u003c\/b\u003e, and the arts while navigating the challenges of ruling a growing empire. When Albert's untimely death left Victoria shattered, she emerged as the \"Widow of Windsor,\" a queen whose mourning became a symbol of enduring love and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore the triumphs and tragedies of a reign that witnessed the \u003cb\u003eIndustrial Revolution\u003c\/b\u003e, the expansion of the empire into \u003cb\u003eIndia\u003c\/b\u003e and beyond, and the complex dynamics of a royal family intertwined with the courts of Europe. Rich in \u003cb\u003ehistorical insight\u003c\/b\u003e, this book sheds light on the personal struggles, public achievements, and lasting impact of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're passionate about \u003cb\u003eroyal history\u003c\/b\u003e, the \u003cb\u003eVictorian Era\u003c\/b\u003e, or inspiring stories of love and leadership, \u003cb\u003e\"Victoria and Albert: A Union That Shaped an Empire\"\u003c\/b\u003e is a must-read for fans of British history, royal biographies, and historical nonfiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Claudine Young\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798303803459\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/15\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 66\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.22lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.14d","brand":"Claudine Young","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48089202753791,"sku":"9798303803459","price":16.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_72818037-5f17-492b-8b4d-4f71bf55ccac.jpg?v=1769108792","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/victoria-and-albert-claudine-young-9798303803459","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}