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The Queens Platinum Celebration: 1952 - 2022 - Brian Hoey

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The Queens Platinum Celebration: 1952 - 2022 - Brian Hoey Book
  • Author: Brian Hoey
  • Publisher: Batsford GB
  • Cover Type: Hardcover
  • Pages: 96 pages
  • Language: English
  • Genre: Biographies & Memoirs, Leaders & Notable People
  • Genre Class: Biography, Royalty
  • Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has carried out her role as Sovereign with flawless professionalism. Her demeanour has been perfect, and in the seventy years she has reigned she has epitomised all the hallmarks of an iconic sovereign beloved of her people.As Heir Presumptive, the young Princess Elizabeth received special tuition in law and constitutional history to prepare her for her future role as Sovereign.When she succeeded her father, King George VI, on 6th February 1952, Elizabeth was only twenty-five years old. Married for just five years with two young children, her life changed irrevocably. The responsibilities of monarchy have taken precedence over all else, and the public duties invariably have first call on the Queens time and energy.This book celebrates the highlights and challenges of the Queens reign over the past seven decades:Includes stunning photos from her Accession and Coronation in 1952Celebrates her marriage to Philip, the constant rock by her side until his death in April 2021Features the importance of her parents, her sister Margaret and her beloved children, grandchildren and great-grandchildrenExplores the homes and locations that have a special place in her heart - Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, Balmoral and Sandringham as well as The Royal Yacht BritanniaHighlights the challenges faced during her reign including the fire at Windsor Castle, the divorce of Charles and Diana and Andrew and Fergie, as well as Harrys and Meghans decision to move their family to AmericaFocuses on the enduring contribution HM Queen Elizabeth has made to life in the UK and the Commonwealth as well as her reputation worldwide in celebration of her Platinum Jubilee

    P>Review Excellent book and wonderful photographs -- Roy Noble BBC Radio Wales About the Author: Brian Hoey has been a writer and broadcaster for over thirty years. He is Princess Annes biographer, author of Monarchy, Invitation to the Palace: How the Royal Family Entertain, All the Queens Men (HarperCollins), a biography of Lord Mountbatten, and Her Majesty (HarperCollins).

    GTIN: 9781841659398

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