Description

A lavish illustrated biography of Queen Elizabeth II and her storied 70-year reign with 300 extraordinary photographs and insightful commentary by royal journalist Victoria Murphy

“...an invaluable photographic tribute to Britain’s longest serving monarch and to her memorable reign.” —Robert Lacey, historian and biographer

After her succession to the throne in 1952, Queen Elizabeth II became respected, celebrated, and beloved around the world. This ultimate commemorative book for all royal waters captures significance of her magnificent reign, as well as the historical context for the contemporary British monarchy.

This collection of powerful photographs showcases the historic, and intimate moments throughout the Queen’s private and public life. Inside readers will find:  

• Her early years as a young princess including her war years in service  
• Her personal and familial relationships with her husband, Prince Philip; her parents, King George VI and the Queen Mother; her sister Princess Margaret, and her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren 
• Her approach to the royal succession in her later years, with Prince Charles, Prince William, and Kate Middleton taking on ever enlarging roles as working royals 
• Her coronation—the first to be televised—and the pomp and pageantry of ceremonial events  
• Her role as a fashion icon with a close look at the stunning Crown Jewels and the Queen’s personal jewelry collection.  

About the Author

Victoria Murphy has been writing and broadcasting about the British royal family since 2010. She is a contributing editor to Town & Country and a royal contributor to Good Morning America.

Stellene Volandes is editor in chief of Town & Country magazine.

Town & Country magazine is the ultimate resource for a life well lived. It is known for its coverage of leading cultural icons, including the royal family.