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Prince Eddy and the Homosexual Underworld Paperback – April 18, 1996

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In November 1970 an article in an obscure British journal made the startling claim that the notorious mass-murderer, Jack the Ripper, had been none other than Queen Victoria's grandson, Prince Albert Victor, Heir Presumptive to the British throne. Although this bizarre theory was subsequently dismissed, rumours about the long-forgotten figure of Prince Albert Victor - always known as Eddy - began to gather force. With each telling, they became wilder. Out of this welter of conjecture, claim and counter-claim, there emerged one accusation that cannot be dismissed. This is the story of Prince Eddy's alleged involvement in another Victorian cause celebre - the Cleveland Street brothel case. For the uncovering of this homosexual brothel in 1889 led to an extraordinary cover-up by the British government; a cover-up which is explicable only in the light of Prince Eddy's involvement. Working from original sources (including the files of the Director of Public Prosecutions and the Esher Papers), Theo Aronson has written the first full account of the strange life of Prince Eddy, setting it in perspective against a vivid backcloth of the astonishingly active homosexual underworld during the last decades of Queen Victoria's reign. He explores Prince Eddy's upbringing, his university and military careers, his curious personality, his alleged "secret marriage", his links with the Jack the Ripper murders, his early death and, above all, the central mystery of his life - his sexual orientation. For it was this that linked the young Prince's name to the Cleveland Street Scandal.

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256 pages
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English
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John Murray General Publishing Division
Publication date

April 18, 1996
ISBN-10

0719554152
ISBN-13

978-0719554155
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ John Murray General Publishing Division (April 18, 1996)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0719554152
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0719554155
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.4 ounces

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johnkenrick

Serious and surprising

Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2020

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The author includes both the legends and documented facts of the Prince's life, but he makes very clear which is which, debunking the ridiculous claims and letting some rather damning letters speak for themselves. In short, the Ripper connection is verified nonsense, but Albert Victor's carefully hidden involvement in the Cleveland Street scandal is backed by solid evidence. A frank, well researched and very readable trip back to the demimonde of Victorian society.

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Chicago Bookworm

A Compelling Biography

Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2019

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A thoughtful and engaging biography that enriches one's understanding of the homosexual subculture of Victorian England. Recommended as a fun and informative read.

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Radomir’s Mom

The truth will never be confirmed

Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2014

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The author does an outstanding job of researching the life of Prince Eddy, but with records burned or distorted, there is no definitive proof of Eddy's philandering. There certainly is enough circumstantial evidence, and it's very interesting the length the Royal family went to, in order to cover up his homosexuality. A web of secrets tangled and dispersed until no sense could possibly be made of them..
After reading this book, my opinion is, Prince Edward was homosexual. He was not bright nor did he have any ambition other than satisfying his own carnal lust. He was not a sportsman, didn't ride, rejected both the Army & Navy as too much work and was apparently very dim witted. His only redeeming quality seems to be his devotion to his mother & sisters.
Thank God for George!

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CMP3

Interesting Read

Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2011

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I had ordered several books on the subject not knowing exactly what went on. I read the other reviews before making the purchase and have to agree that it is a fair and balanceed account of the scandal. After all these years, you have to wonder what else can be said and what other information can be dug up? The author does a fantastic job without making it sleazy or a questionable read. If you are interested in the subject matter, this is a great place to start. Kind of got interested from "Kings Speech" and went back with the whole Royal History thing and Jack The Ripper. Have to say - A little bit of everything for everyone.

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Aurelio Grisanty

Theo Aronson is the best biographer ever

Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2018

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Theo Aronson is the best biographer ever. You can be certain that anything written by him is going to be enjoyable.

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FunnySmartHappy

A little repetitive, sordid in parts and riveting in ...

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2015

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A little repetitive, sordid in parts and riveting in others...a glimpse into a pre-internet and social media world, where privilege was enough to protect you from almost anything. Ultimately inconclusive, it does offer up food for thought and reminds us that in some ways? Little has changed...

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linda

Prince Eddy, the unknown info

Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2019

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Too much info on homosexual behavior (for me!). Interesting Prince to study.

Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2018

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William

Not worth reading

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 23, 2020

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Turgid and totally boring it escapes me why it was ever published. Consign it to the fire is the best that I can say.

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SPAD

Interesting

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 1, 2020

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A good piece of work but a bit underwhelming. Nevertheless a worthwhile read.

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PWT

Interesting book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 16, 2020

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Very informative

dedominix

Lifestyles don't seem to change for the Royals who are different - even now!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2015

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I really enjoyed this book because I knew so little about Prince Eddy. I think his sexuality and homosexual lifestyle would of course be viewed very differently these days (or would it - being a royal Prince?). I felt so sad for him. A well written book.

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Quite good

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 19, 2013

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None of this is proven so you have to take this with a pinch of salt. Interesting though and worth reading if you like history.

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