The Crown: The Official Companion, Volume 2 Political Scandal, Personal Struggle, and the Years That Defined Elizabeth II (1956-1977)
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Insightful dive into Queen Elizabeth II's turbulent era.
If you find the balance of politics and personal strife in powerful positions engrossing, then "The Crown: The Official Companion, Volume 2" is one to read. It stretches beyond the Netflix series, offering a richer historical context to the years that shaped the modern British monarchy. A perfect companion for fans or history buffs seeking to merge entertainment with an educational glimpse into royal life during pivotal times.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
The Crown: The Official Companion, Volume 2 Political Scandal, Personal Struggle, and the Years That Defined Elizabeth II (1956-1977)
by
Robert Lacey
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ISBN: 9780525573371
Authors:
Robert Lacey
Publisher: Crown
Date of Publication: 2019-11-19
Format: Hardcover
Related Topics:
Politics,
Biography Memoir,
Biography,
History,
Biography Memoir,
Biography,
Politics,
European History,
Historical
Goodreads rating: 3.69
(rated by 1120 readers)
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Insightful dive into Queen Elizabeth II's turbulent era.
If you find the balance of politics and personal strife in powerful positions engrossing, then "The Crown: The Official Companion, Volume 2" is one to read. It stretches beyond the Netflix series, offering a richer historical context to the years that shaped the modern British monarchy. A perfect companion for fans or history buffs seeking to merge entertainment with an educational glimpse into royal life during pivotal times.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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