Download or read book The State Visits of Edward VII written by Matthew Glencross and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-02-04 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the revival under Edward VII of the ceremonial state visit by British monarchs, showing the impact and importance of active royal diplomacy during his reign. Using the Royal Archives, memoirs and newspapers, it reveals the contribution made by the use of ceremony and public display to popular appreciation of the monarchy.