George IV: Regent and King 1811-1830Readers Union, 1975 - 430 pages |
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Page 227
... Knighton's own visits to the King's bedroom were made with the same utmost secrecy . ' I hope to be in your Majesty's bedroom by half past twelve to - night , ' he once wrote . ' Your Majesty had better let no one ( with the exception ...
... Knighton's own visits to the King's bedroom were made with the same utmost secrecy . ' I hope to be in your Majesty's bedroom by half past twelve to - night , ' he once wrote . ' Your Majesty had better let no one ( with the exception ...
Page 242
... Knighton himself'.55 The King was determined to have his way , however , and before the end of the year Knighton was appointed Keeper of the King's Privy Purse , and was given instructions ' to undertake the entire management ' of the ...
... Knighton himself'.55 The King was determined to have his way , however , and before the end of the year Knighton was appointed Keeper of the King's Privy Purse , and was given instructions ' to undertake the entire management ' of the ...
Page 244
... Knighton was admittedly very clever and organized his affairs ' excessively well ' . This at least was true . Knighton was , indeed , a highly capable and conscientious servant , who managed the King's finances with exemplary skill ...
... Knighton was admittedly very clever and organized his affairs ' excessively well ' . This at least was true . Knighton was , indeed , a highly capable and conscientious servant , who managed the King's finances with exemplary skill ...
Contents
PART ONE 18111820 | 1 |
AN ADONIS OF LOVELINESS 18121814 | 16 |
PRINCESS CAROLINE 18121814 | 36 |
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