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Private World of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor

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The narrative explores the romance between King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson, highlighting their decision to abdicate the throne in 1936. Newly uncovered private photographs from their Paris residence provide an intimate glimpse into their lives, showcasing their contrasting backgrounds and the evolution of their relationship. The discovery of around ten thousand hidden photographs, along with scrapbooks and memorabilia, offers a fresh perspective on their thirty-five years of marriage in exile, featuring both candid moments and formal portraits by renowned photographers.

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Private World of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Hugo Vickers

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1996
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English
Released
1996
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Hardcover
Pages
240
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9780789202260
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The narrative explores the romance between King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson, highlighting their decision to abdicate the throne in 1936. Newly uncovered private photographs from their Paris residence provide an intimate glimpse into their lives, showcasing their contrasting backgrounds and the evolution of their relationship. The discovery of around ten thousand hidden photographs, along with scrapbooks and memorabilia, offers a fresh perspective on their thirty-five years of marriage in exile, featuring both candid moments and formal portraits by renowned photographers.