Royal palaces: Buckingham Palace: a short history / text written by John Martin Robinson
1995, 1st Edition. London : Michael Joseph. Near fine copy in the original stiff-card wrappers; edges very slightly dust-dulled and toned. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Item #336114
ISBN: 0718139682
Physical description: 144 p. : ill. (chiefly col.); 29 cm. Contents: Introduction -- I. The early history of the palace: from Mulberry Garden to Queens' House -- II. George IV and Nash: 'a hash of Nash' -- III. Completion of the palace: Blore the bore -- IV. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert: 'a total want of accommodation for our little family' -- V. The twentieth century: 'not internally unsuited for its purpose'. Summary: Buckingham Palace, with its late neo-classical structure, imperial facade and lavishly decorated rooms, is one of the most distinguished of the royal palaces in Europe. This book outlines its architects, history, paintings, works of art and furnishings. Subjects: Buckingham Palace History. Buckingham Palace. Palaces England London. Palaces England London History. Palaces England London. Palaces Great Britain. London (England) Buildings, structures, etc. Great Britain Kings and rulers Dwellings. Great Britain Kings and rulers Art collections. Genre: History. Illustrated.
Price: €12.95