William Howard Russell
(1820 - 1907)
The Prince of Wales‘ Tour: A Diary in India, With some Account of the Visits of His Royal Highness to the Courts of Greece, Egypt, Spain, and Portugal
William Howard Russell, The Prince of Wales' Tour: A Diary in India, With some Account of the Visits of His Royal Highness to the Courts of Greece, Egypt, Spain, and Portugal, London: Sampson Low, Marston, Searle & Rivington, 1877
xxxix, [1], 617, [1] pp. Printed by William Clewes, including tipped-in Woodbury-type portrait of H.R.H. The Prince of Wales, 1876, as frontispiece, by Lock and Whitfield. With 30 full-page wood engravings by Sydney Prior Hall, artist in the suite of H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, on thirty plates, a colour map of the route, and many in-text images; bound in full publisher's red cloth with a gilt crest on upper and lower covers, all edges gilt.
12.5 x 10 in (31.75 x 25 cm)
A detailed travelogue of the author's time spent on tour with the Prince of Wales.
This book offers a vivid chronicle of the historic 1875–76 visit of Albert Edward, the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII), to India and neighboring courts.
Albert Edward Prince of Wales, the eldest son of Queen Victoria, began an extensive tour of the Indian subcontinent in October 1875. Before departing for England in May 1876, the Prince visited more than 21 towns and cities in this region. In an effort to fortify ties with other nations and to acquire a deeper understanding of the cultures and histories of those regions, British monarchs and members of the Royal Family embarked on extensive excursions. The Prince of Wales's voyage of India was intended to establish diplomatic relations between the British Crown and the Indian rulers. The Prince acquired some of the most significant Indian works of art in the Royal Collection today during this voyage, and he exchanged gifts with each ruler he encountered.
As the royal correspondent, William Howard Russell captures the grandeur and cultural nuances of this diplomatic tour. His narrative extends beyond India to include stops in Greece, Egypt, Spain, and Portugal, offering a detailed portrayal of royal engagements, political receptions, and the intricate tapestry of colonial and local interactions. Lavishly illustrated with a photographic portrait of the Prince and wood engravings, the book stands as both a historical document and a visual treasure.
Sir William Howard Russell (1820–1907)
William Howard Russell was a trailblazing war correspondent and one of the most prominent journalists of his time. Renowned for his work during the Crimean War, including his fearless reporting on the Charge of the Light Brigade, Russell set standards for modern war correspondence. His meticulous attention to detail, ability to blend storytelling with facts, and keen insights into socio-political contexts elevated his writings. In The Prince of Wales' Tour, Russell applies his journalistic acumen to portray the intersection of imperial politics, diplomacy, and cultural exchange during a significant royal expedition.
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