Town & Country: The Queen: A Life in Pictures

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A lavish illustrated biography of Queen Elizabeth II and her storied 70-year reign with 300 extraordinary photographs and insightful commentary by royal journalist Victoria Murphy ...an invaluable photographic tribute to Britains longest serving monarch and to her memorable reign. Robert Lacey historian and biographer After her succession to the throne in 1952 Queen Elizabeth II became respected celebrated and beloved around the world. This ultimate commemorative book for all royal waters captures significance of her magnificent reign as well as the historical context for the contemporary British monarchy. This collection of powerful photographs showcases the historic and intimate moments throughout the Queens private and public life. Inside readers will find: Her early years as a young princess including her war years in service Her personal and familial relationships with her husband Prince Philip; her parents King George VI and the Queen Mother; her sister Princess Margaret and her children grandchildren and great-grandchildren Her approach to the royal succession in her later years with Prince Charles Prince William and Kate Middleton taking on ever enlarging roles as working royals Her coronationthe first to be televisedand the pomp and pageantry of ceremonial events Her role as a fashion icon with a close look at the stunning Crown Jewels and the Queens personal jewelry collection. Throughout her rule with a combination of star power and a profound sense of duty Queen Elizabeth II steered the British monarchy into the modern era with supreme style and grace. Perfect for fans of The Crown this elegant tribute which includes burnished gold foil embellishments on the cover celebrates Britians influential leader and longest serving monarch.