维多利亚时代简介权威英文版.ppt

English Literature in the Victorian Period Queen Victoria English Literature in the Victorian Period Victoria: 1819-1901 Queen Victoria took throne in 1837 (at 18) Long reign, died in 1901 (at 82) and became one of the most powerful and successful rulers in English history. Her 63-year reign was the longest in British history. Great Britain reached the height of its power during this period. England became wealthiest nation As a result, the time of Victoria’s reign is often called the Victorian Age. Victoria’s achievement During the Victoria Age, great economic, social, and political cha