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Rebel of the Regency

The Scandalous Saga of Caroline of Brunswick, Britain’s Queen Without a Crown

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Rebel of the Regency

By: Ann Foster
Narrated by: Ann Foster, Caroline Hewitt
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 The dramatic, absolutely outrageous story of Caroline of Brunswick, a beloved icon of the Regency era, who uplifted the voice of the public and unabashedly defied society’s expectations, yet was shockingly robbed of her crown, from the host of the Vulgar History podcast.

Caroline Amelia Elizabeth, Princess of Brunswick, was born in the northern German town of Braunschweig. Her mother and father, the duke and duchess, instantly knew one thing: there was something irrefutably untamable about their daughter. She grew up a wild child, sequestered from others to protect her family's reputation—a Regency-era Rapunzel.

She was freed from this gilded cage by an unexpected marriage proposal from George Augustus Frederick, Prince of Wales and the eldest son of George III and Queen Charlotte. Caroline was entirely unprepared for the backstabbing mean girls of the royal court. Always staying true to herself, she stepped into her role of queen-to-be without compromising her character, showing off her affinity for fashion, her many eccentric hobbies, and ultimately, her infallible spirit, despite being ostracized as an outsider by her in-laws.

And so Caroline became the unlikely figurehead of the anti-monarchists, aided by the just-emerging tabloid press. Yet, despite her status as a revolutionary heroine, Caroline’s name faded away following her death. Until now.

For fans of Normal Women,Ann Foster brings us the riveting story of Caroline of Brunswick, Britain’s uncrowned queen, through an empowering examination of womanhood and autonomy that feels just as relevant today. Europe Great Britain Historical Royalty Women
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I bought this book because I love history but not in the boring thesis way written by a man to other man. I want to see how our history affected social norms from the view of woman.

This book is wonderful using modern references to help us understand Caroline's story.

So much love for Anne.

Caroline The Heroine we all needed to know about

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This was a very entertaining and informative listen. the narrator is very good, although it was a little jarring to hear modern colloquialisms in her professional audiobook voice. That isn't meant as criticism, the writing and reading of the book are both easy to follow and enjoyable. I like how the book was structured and appreciate the discussion of her legacy at the end.

Caroline is Salty

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