Queen Victoria and her Prime Ministers

"Queen Victoria and Her Prime Ministers" by Anne Somerset explores the monarch’s active political engagement throughout her reign, challenging the notion that she merely reigned without ruling. The book provides a detailed look at her relationships—both warm and contentious—with her ten prime ministers, revealing her strong opinions and emotional bonds. Drawing on exclusive sources from the Royal Archives and rare documents, Somerset offers a fresh perspective on Victoria’s interactions with her government and the influential figures who served her.