The Perception of Queen Victoria in American Press of Her Times
The Perception of Queen Victoria in American Press of Her Times
Author(s): Ewa WiśniewskaSubject(s): Cultural history, Communication studies, Political history, Social history
Published by: Instytut Historii UJK - Filia w Piotrkowie Trybunalskim
Keywords: British history; 19th century; Queen Victoria; American press
Summary/Abstract: British Queen Victoria, who gained the throne in 1920, after the death of her grandfather and uncle, had little chance of becoming the future leader of a superpower. Born as the only child of the fourth son of King George III, she was hardly educated to perform such a role. Yet, she managed to build and strengthen an empire, and rule Great Britain for over 60 years. The article is an analysis of the perception of the Queen in the American press of her times. Surprisingly much is said about Victoria in numerous magazines and the materials in question depict her as a powerful politician and a symbol of the kingdom.
Journal: Piotrkowskie Zeszyty Historyczne
- Issue Year: 18/2017
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 9-20
- Page Count: 12
- Language: English