Queen of Our Times: The Life of Queen Elizabeth II: Commemorative Edition, 1926-2022

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A definitive portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the seventieth anniversary of her reign by a renowned royal biographer. Shy yet self-confident, inscrutable despite decades in the public eye, and unflappable, she embodies a unique blend of qualities: devout, indulgent, outwardly reserved but inwardly passionate. Having reigned through unprecedented social change, she has navigated family crises reminiscent of George III's era. Rather than merely enduring, she has become a global phenomenon, commanding respect and affection. During the greatest peacetime emergency of modern times, she adhered to her motto, "I must be seen to be believed." As she prepares for her Platinum Jubilee on February 6, 2022, marking 70 years on the Throne, the acclaimed author Robert Hardman distills her complex life into a compelling study of dynastic survival and renewal. This work offers a portrait of a world leader who remains as captivating today as she was at twenty-five. With unparalleled access to royal family members, staff, and records, it promises fresh insights into the modern royal narrative. This will be the most thorough, readable, and original account of Elizabeth II as she reaches an unparalleled milestone.