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100 1 _aMoore, Frank Frankfort,
_d1855-1931
245 1 2 _aA Georgian Pageant
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2016
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2016-05-02
505 0 _aThe writer's apology -- The monarch of the pageant -- A comedy in St. Martin's street -- A tragedy in the Haymarket -- The fatal gift -- The fĂȘte-champĂȘtre -- The plot of a lady novelist -- Tragedy with a twinkle -- The best comedy of the century -- The Jessamy bride -- The amazing elopement -- The amazing duels -- A melodrama at Covent Garden -- The comedy at Downing street.
508 _aProduced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive
520 _a"A Georgian Pageant" by Frank Frankfort Moore is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores notable individuals and events from the latter half of the 18th century, focusing on figures such as Oliver Goldsmith, Samuel Johnson, and Fanny Burney. The author seeks to challenge established views about these personalities and offers insights into their lives and societal impacts. At the start of the work, the author reflects on a conversation he had with Professor J. Churton Collins about the misconceptions surrounding historical figures, leading to an exploration of Miss Burney, who appears in a scene where she encounters King George III in Kew Gardens. The opening depicts her playful yet dignified demeanor while simultaneously illustrating her anxiety as the King, recently stricken by mental health challenges, seeks her out. The narration blends humor with a poignant acknowledgment of the historical context, setting the stage for a rich exploration of these remarkable Georgian characters and events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGreat Britain -- Biography
653 _aGreat Britain -- Court and courtiers -- History -- 18th century
653 _aGreat Britain -- Social life and customs -- 18th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51964
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