Previous biographies of the Duke of Kent focus on his real and imagined personal life including his often strained relationship with his parents and siblings, alleged obsession with military discipline and rumoured affairs that reputedly left Canada populated with half-siblings of Queen Victoria. Tidridge analyses this reputation critically, creating a more nuanced and accurate portrait of the Duke. His focus on the Duke of Kent's relationship with Canada is a fresh approach that reveals the Princes' full significance as a historical figure in both Canada and the United Kingdom. Nathan Tidridge's lively and insightful biography, Prince Edward, Duke of Kent: Father of the Canadian Crown, restores the Duke to his rightful place in Canadian history. -- Royalhistorian.com, June 17, 2013 Queen Victoria's father deserved greater role in Canadian history. -- National Post, June 17, 2013 Tidridge's clear, concise writing style and stellar research skills reveal an individual who was actively engaged in Confederation rather than a silent participant. -- Literary Review of Canada
