The Letters of Queen Victoria, Vol. 2, 1844-1853: A Selection from Her Majesty's Correspondence Between the Years 1837 and 1861.

''The Letters of Queen Victoria: A Selection from her Majesty's Correspondence'' edited by Arthur Christopher Benson and Viscount Esher is a historical account compiled in the early 20th century. This collection encompasses select correspondence from Queen Victoria between the years 1837 and 1861, providing insight into her thoughts, feelings, and the events she experienced during her reign. The opening of the work introduces the reader to Queen Victoria’s personal reflections and royal duties at the onset of the year 1844. She writes to her uncle, the King of the Belgians, about various familial and political matters, revealing her sentiments about family life, her children, and significant political events such as a parliamentary crisis and diplomatic relations with France. The letters not only depict her emotional world but also serve as a window into the political landscape of the time, highlighting Queen Victoria's role as a monarch involved in the intricacies of governance and international relations.