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Since her father’s death on February 6, 1952, the world has known his oldest daughter, Elizabeth, as the United Kingdom’s reigning monarch. Over seven decades, Her Majesty has devoted herself to serving her country and the Commonwealth. But what does that really mean? What is her typical day-to-day like, what are her duties, what are her joys? Royal Insider celebrates Queen Elizabeth’s 70-year reign with this platinum jubilee commemorative
..."Published by BRITAIN – the official magazine of VisitBritain – to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee,Elizabeth – The Queen charts Her Majesty’s public and personal life during 60 fascinating years at the head of the world’s most famous Royal Family. Illustrated with over 250 rarely seen photographs, this special publication provides an unparalleled insight into the life, work, homes and hobbies of Queen Elizabeth II,
...Join HELLO! as we reflect on the reign of our record-breaking monarch in 148 pages packed with insight, comprehensive reporting and our trademark mix of stunning ceremonial imagery and heartwarming family photo albums
Queen Elizabeth II has reigned for longer than any other British monarch. Now, as she prepares to celebrate her 90th birthday on 21 April 2016, we take a look back at Her Majesty’s eventful reign. This book covers key moments in the Queen’s life, such as World War II, changes in public perceptions, and meeting the newest members of her family, Prince George and Princess Charlotte. Featuring: Celebrating Queen Elizabeth II - Discover the life
...On September 8, 2022, after hours of restless waiting around the world, news of Queen Elizabeth’s death at age 96 was made official. The announcement was not surprising, but still shocking. The modern world will need time to adjust to life without the Queen’s steady, dignified presence. But solace comes from the words of Her Majesty herself, as she looked toward the future during one of her annual Christmas addresses, in 1999: “I have no
...When King George VI died on Feb. 6, 1952, his oldest daughter, 25-year-old Princess Elizabeth, acceded to the throne. Within her first year as queen, she demonstrated a poise and command that belied her age. On June 2, 1953, the first-ever televised coronation of a British monarch would stir even more global fascination with the young regent. What was it about Queen Elizabeth II — the circumstances in which she came to power, her youth, her beauty,
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“Engrossing . . . Weir marries conjecture with what is known about the life of Elizabeth I from childhood to coronation, and it makes for ripping good reading.”—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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