Catherine Mayer Book order (chronological)

König Charles, wie man ihn noch nicht kennt Diese bahnbrechende Biografie über König Charles zeigt ihn in einem völlig neuen Licht: als eine komplexe Persönlichkeit mit vielen Passionen, getrieben von seiner Vergangenheit und der ganz klaren Philosophie, aktiv zu agieren. Die Bestsellerautorin und preisgekrönte Journalistin Catherine Mayer, die sich seit Jahrzehnten intensiv mit der Welt der britischen Königsfamilie befasst, hat direkten Zugang zu Charles und seinen engsten Vertrauten. Entstanden auf der Basis zahlreicher Interviews mit dem engsten Kreis der Freunde, Wegbegleiter, Mitarbeiter und auch mit ihm selbst, zeigt dieses Buch auf jeder Seite: Schon als Prinz war Charles weitaus mehr als nur der künftige König in Warteschleife. Dies ist die aktualisierte und erweiterte Neuausgabe des Sunday-Times-Bestsellers »Charles – Mit dem Herzen eines Königs« Ausstattung: 16-seitiger Bildteil

'The most life-affirming book ever written about death.' Sandi Toksvig'One of the most powerful and helpful books about grief that you will ever read.' Anita Anand 'Grief is more than the price of love. It is love. We must learn not just to live with it, but to make it welcome.' Catherine Mayer and her mother Anne Mayer Bird were widowed at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. This is their story of supporting each other through whirling grief, 'sadmin' and the darkest of times, as they learn to embrace life again. Now updated with brand new chapters, Good Grief is an essential companion for loss and a testimony to enduring love. Spiked with wry humour, it is an uplifting, moving and unexpectedly joyous read. 'Smart, upbeat and brimming with fortitude' Observer 'One of the saddest things I've ever read but also the most powerful. It's made me want to cling tight to the people I love while acknowledging their mortality and mine too.' Marian Keyes

A landmark publication, this biography offers the first significant look at Prince Charles in over two decades, revealing the realigned monarchy he now leads. Catherine Mayer, a seasoned royal journalist, has gained unprecedented access to the Prince, delving beyond his public persona to uncover the largely unknown man behind it. Over a year, she collected exclusive material, including fifty interviews with his closest friends, employees, and critics, as well as direct conversations with the Prince himself. The narrative explores his approach to kingship and his role as head of the Church of England, alongside his personal and political philosophies, family dynamics, and his first marriage. Mayer provides an insider's perspective on Charles as a prince, philanthropist, and businessman, highlighting his founding of the Prince's Trust and one of Britain's first organic farms. The book also examines his upbringing, challenging schooling, military service, and complex parental relationships. It reappraises his first marriage, revealing a reality that is often more gripping and poignant than previously understood. This work promises to unveil Charles in all his complexity and illuminate the kind of king he is destined to become.

He has lived his entire life in the public eye, yet remains an enigma. Born to be king, he aspires for more. This landmark publication reveals the complexity of Prince Charles: his passionate views that prevent him from being as remote as his mother, and his drive to make a difference in startling ways. The book provides fresh insights into his defining first marriage and his relationship with Camilla, whom he affectionately calls his 'dearest wife.' Readers will see Charles as both a father and a friend, a serious figure and a joker, navigating a court filled with hidden dangers and unexpected comedy. Poignant, funny, and often surprising, this significant study of the Prince in over a decade portrays a man on the brink of happiness yet still burdened by anguish and a remarkable belief system. He is depicted as a charitable entrepreneur, activist, and a figure who both embodies and challenges the Establishment. Based on numerous interviews with friends, courtiers, palace insiders, and critics, along with access to Charles himself during over a year of research, this biography delves into his philanthropy, interventionism, faith, political leanings, and the philosophy that sometimes leads to controversy in his quest for harmony.