Uncle of Europe: the Social and Diplomatic Life of Edward VII

New York And London: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich. Near Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket. 1975. 1/4 Cloth. 0151926972 . A Near Fine Edition that has wear to the corners and little soiling in a Very Good+ dust-jacket that has a large rear tear and tanning to the jacket interior ; In Uncle of Europe, Gordon Brook-Shepherd tells the dramatic story of Edward VII, the king who ruled England for more than forty years and was, in many ways, the father of Europe. Brook-Shepherd, who has written extensively about the British monarchy, tells the story of Edward VII's turbulent reign, his dramatic encounters with world leaders, and his efforts to improve the lives of his subjects. The book is filled with new insights into Edward VII's turbulent relationship with his wife, Queen Alexandra, and his complicated relationship with his eldest son, the Duke of York. Brook-Shepherd also provides a vivid portrait of Edward VII's circle of friends, including Winston Churchill, Al Jolson, and Joseph Chamberlain. Uncle of Europe is an absorbing and insightful account of one of the most dramatic periods in British history.; 8vo; 384 pages .