The Adventures of Alice Laselles by Queen Victoria

When she was just 10 years old, Queen Victoria wrote a children's book called The Adventures of Alice Laselles. The Queen penned the book under her birth name Alexandrina Victoria. She also illustrated the book with paper dolls, which she coloured in.

The story is about a young girl named Alice who is sent to boarding school. Alice makes friends with a group of girls, including a poor French orphan and a wealthy English girl. The girls get into trouble when they are accused of smuggling a cat into the school. Alice and her friends must clear their names and prove their innocence.

The Adventures of Alice Laselles is a charming and heartwarming story. It is a glimpse into the mind of a young girl who would one day become one of the most famous monarchs in history. The book was published for the first time in 2015.

The book is well-written and engaging. Queen Victoria's imagination is evident in the story, and her descriptions of the school and the girls are vivid. The book is also a historical document, providing a glimpse into the life of a young girl in the early 19th century.

Overall, The Adventures of Alice Laselles is a delightful and unique book. It is a must-read for fans of Queen Victoria and children's literature.

 

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