Queen of Our Times
The Life of Elizabeth II, 1926-2022
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Pan Macmillan
Published:20th Apr '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This biography offers a detailed account of Queen Elizabeth II's life, capturing her remarkable journey and enduring legacy. Queen of Our Times is a must-read for royal enthusiasts.
This insightful biography offers a comprehensive look at the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, based on exclusive research and expert analysis. Queen of Our Times delves into the remarkable journey of one of the most beloved monarchs in history, capturing her evolution from a young mother in 1952 to a figure of stability and grace amid unprecedented social change. The book is a testament to her resilience as she navigated through constitutional crises and global challenges, all while maintaining her role as a devoted family member and leader.
Authored by Robert Hardman, a leading authority on royal affairs, this commemorative edition includes an epilogue that reflects on Her Majesty's Platinum Jubilee and her passing. With access to unseen royal documents and insights from those closest to her, Queen of Our Times presents a nuanced portrait of a woman who was not born to be queen but rose to the occasion with quiet determination and astute leadership. Her ability to charm world leaders and unify the Commonwealth further underscores her significance in modern history.
The book also explores the relationship between the Queen and her son, the future King Charles III, highlighting the complexities of royal duty and family ties. Queen of Our Times is not just a biography; it is a compelling narrative of dynastic survival, encompassing themes of war, romance, danger, and tragedy, ultimately celebrating a legacy of steadfast service that will endure for generations.
The essential authoritative biography of the Queen that everyone needs to read - packed with new research, gripping details and telling anecdotes on every page, equally masterful on matters high and low, power and family. -- Simon Sebag Montefiore
Robert Hardman has written a truly exceptional biography of an equally exceptional monarch, rich in new material, wit and original thought. With intimate and unrivalled access to those who really know the story. -- Andrew Roberts
A compendious new biography . . . closely observed . . . I relished the incidental details * The Times (Book of the Week) *
Hardman’s exhaustive and endlessly enthusiastic biography paints a vivid picture of a phenomenal sovereign * The Telegraph *
Authoritative . . . scrupulously well researched, thoughtful and sensitive to the sweep of history * Mail on Sunday *
Revelatory . . . Queen of Our Times shows why her extraordinary lifetime of service should be celebrated, honoured and cherished -- William Shawcross, The Spectator
This is a beautifully-crafted, deeply informed and rounded portrait of the gold standard monarch and the age to which she has given her name. Queen of Our Times has depth, feel and insight in abundance -- Peter Hennessy, award-winning historian
[A] fascinating and thoughtful biography from one of Britain's leading Royal writers . . . * Good Housekeeping *
ISBN: 9781529063455
Dimensions: 198mm x 133mm x 53mm
Weight: 540g
720 pages