Customer Reviews

Queens' Jewels

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This Vincent Meylan's "Queens' Jewels" makes an interesting read. It did a good job on the English aristocracy/monarchy. The same applied to the French, the Scandinavian, and the Russian overlords. Its chapters were well-grouped and well-sectioned: thus making it easy for readers to select whatever interests them with great ease.
Sadly, little effort was made as to improve the quality of the included photographs. Also, some of the information which Mr. Meylan presented were flawed. And, the details of some royal treasures, (particularly those of Italy, Austro-Hungary, Netherlands, Spain, and Portugal) were scanty.
Overall, this is a good book (if one ignores its pardonable errors and omissions).

The paper used to print this book is of better quality thant the text. The "research" Mr. Meylan has made, at least in the case of Spain, is simply inaccurate. On the other hand the book doesn't make any reference to such important treasures as those of the Dutch and Portuguese Queens. Finally, the quality of the photos is poor in many cases.

The Queens Jewels is an excellent overview of some of the most beautiful pieces of craftsmanship ever published. I bought the book in French before it was translated into English and enjoyed it very much. Since it is grouped by countries and or dynasties you can pick it up any where and enjoy whatever chaper you are reading. The section on the Italian, Spanish and Balkan jewels is very interesting since they are relatively unknown in this country which has a predelction for the British royal family and consequently only sees what Elizabeth II wears.
My only objection to the book is that some of the photos are not sufficiently crisp but since many of these are old photographs, it can be excused.

A feast for the eyes, of course, but so many typos, grammatical errors, and careless proofreading should never be permitted by any publisher, much less one with such a distinguished subject. Were there no editors?

This magnificent book is so finely put together. The information is fascinating and the extraordinary photos are printed with such high quality. The author has created a work of art in itself.

I am an editor and I can't stand published books that are full of typos, grammatical errors, and factual errors. Like fingernails on a chalkboard.

The Info has several errors of spelling and research. But the photos are wonderful and beatiful. A Great book overall and a good add on to your collection.

Hi
I'd be interested to know which typos, grammar errors and careless proofreading you found in Queens' Jewels.