Alice, Grand Duchess of Hesse, Princess of Great Britain and Ireland: Biographical Sketch and Letters (1885)

Alice, Grand Duchess of Hesse, Princess of Great Britain and Ireland is a biographical sketch and collection of letters written by Alice Grand Duchess of Hesse herself. The book was first published in 1885 and is a fascinating insight into the life of a royal figure in the late 19th century. Alice was the third child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, and her life was marked by tragedy and heartbreak. Her husband, Grand Duke Louis IV of Hesse, died at a young age, and she lost two of her children to diphtheria. Despite these hardships, Alice was a woman of great strength and character, and her letters reveal her intelligence, wit, and deep love for her family. The book includes a detailed biographical sketch of Alice's life and a selection of her letters, which offer a unique perspective on the social and political events of the time. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the British royal family and the life of a remarkable woman who lived through some of the most tumultuous times in European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.