King George VI reigned through taxing times. Acceding to the throne upon his brother's abdication, he was immediately confronted with the turmoil in European politics leading up to the Second World War, then the War itself, followed by a period of austerity, social transformation and loss of Empire. This book tells his story.
King George VI reigned through taxing times. Acceding to the throne upon his brother's abdication, he was immediately confronted with the turmoil in E...
Jackie Bouvier's privileged upbringing instilled rigid self-control, while her expedient marriage into the Kennedy clan consolidated her determination. This book deals with private Jackie - neglected wife, vigilant mother, obsessive shopper and working widow.
Jackie Bouvier's privileged upbringing instilled rigid self-control, while her expedient marriage into the Kennedy clan consolidated her determination...
From the best-selling author of 'George VI', 'Elizabeth' and 'Diana', a biography of Queen Elizabeth II which offers a vivid window into the key moments of British and world history during the Queen's 60 year reign.
From the best-selling author of 'George VI', 'Elizabeth' and 'Diana', a biography of Queen Elizabeth II which offers a vivid window into the key momen...
