Honeymoons: through writers' eyes [Paperback]

A brilliant collection of writings on the subject of the honeymoon. Offering context and commentary where necessary, the editors have canvassed history, fact and fiction for the gamut of newlywed experience, from the Brownings blissful elopement and Napoleon and Marie-Louises swift exit from the marriage supper, to Charles Kingsleys bizarre proposal of chastity and Tess Durbeyfields tragic disclosure of her rape&to the tenderly erotic writing from, of all people, Queen Victoria, who delights in sneaking in to watch her new husband shave. - Time OutBeautifully produced and a perfect gift for travelers  newly wedded or not.GB