The A National Toy, With Fourteen Step Scenes; and Illustrations in Verse, With Eighteen other Cuts Hone, William 1780-1842 creator Cruikshank, George 1792-1878 text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Queen's Matrimonial Ladder" by William Hone is a satirical illustrated pamphlet written in the early 19th century. This work is a political commentary on marriage and the royal affairs of the time, reflecting the societal norms and expectations surrounding marriage, especially within the context of the British monarchy. The text combines verse and illustration, aiming to entertain while provoking thought about the rights and roles of individuals within a national framework. The narrative follows the tumultuous journey of a royal figure, likely inspired by Queen Caroline of Brunswick, who faces adversity in her marriage and struggles with public perception and political machinations. Through a series of poetic scenes, the book depicts her emotional trials and societal challenges. It critiques the hypocrisy and moral failings of those in power, illustrating the consequences of neglect, betrayal, and the quest for personal autonomy. Ultimately, the work serves as a reflection on the broader implications of marital discord within the monarchy and society at large, concluding with a powerful commentary on the role of the press in safeguarding individual rights against tyranny. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-01-14 Produced by David Widger from page scans obtained from the Internet Archive Original publication data not identified Political satire, English Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1820-1830 Caroline, Queen, consort of George IV, King of Great Britain, 1768-1821 George IV, King of Great Britain, 1762-1830 DA Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21565 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21565 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133509.0 21565