Publisher's Synopsis
Around The World With A King is a travelogue written by William N. Armstrong and published in 1904. The book chronicles the journey of King Edward VII, who was then the Prince of Wales, as he embarked on a world tour in 1901. The tour was meant to strengthen diplomatic ties between the United Kingdom and its colonies and dominions, and to showcase the power and prestige of the British Empire.The book covers the Prince's travels across the globe, including his visits to Canada, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, India, and South Africa. Armstrong provides vivid descriptions of the places the Prince visited, the people he met, and the events he attended. The book also includes photographs of the Prince and the places he visited.In addition to providing a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century travel, Around The World With A King also offers insights into the politics and culture of the time. Armstrong's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in history, travel, or the British monarchy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
