A captivating portrait of Queen Victoria's life and reign, told with vivid detail and historical charm. Originally published in the early 20th century, In the Days of Queen Victoria recounts the extraordinary story of the woman who ascended to the throne of Great Britain at the age of eighteen and ruled for nearly 64 years. Author Eva March Tappan brings Victoria’s life to the page with clarity and grace—detailing her strict upbringing, her sense of duty, her deep devotion to her husband Prince Albert, and her influence over a vast and rapidly changing empire. From the post-Napoleonic world into the dawn of the modern era, Queen Victoria presided over the greatest expansion of the British Empire and the height of its global influence. This biography offers a warm and balanced look at Victoria not only as a monarch, but also as a mother of nine and a deeply moral individual navigating the responsibilities of power and family life. A classic introduction to Victorian England and one of history’s most iconic sovereigns, this book remains a rich resource for students and enthusiasts of British history. Ideal for young readers and lifelong learners seeking an inspiring story of leadership, legacy, and dignity. Eva March Tappan was one of the best known writers of juvenile history at the beginning of the last century. Her Makers of England series consists of biographies of four of the most compelling characters of English history. Two kings and two queens of England make up the series, with each book offering a sketch of life in England during a different era. Many stories are told about the family life and youth of each of the four subjects, Alfred the Great, William the Conqueror, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Victoria, which make the books of particular interest to younger readers.