Elizabeth: Her Life, Our Times

On 2 June 1953, 27-year-old Princess Elizabeth of York was crowned Queen, the eyes of the world upon her as she dedicated herself to her country. It is fascinating to look back over the sixty years since then and see how this remarkable woman, decade by decade, has brought the monarchy into the modern world, earning admiration and respect for her unerring sense of duty, her determination to innovate, her tremendous dignity, integrity and wisdom.

Drawing from his own experience and time spent with the royal family, alongside additional meticulous research, Alan Titchmarsh observes the woman, the mother and the monarch. He explores key moments in her reign, both personal to her and in a wider historical context, and traces how our relationship with the royal family has developed and morphed, gone through ups and downs, but is arguably now stronger than ever in this very special Diamond Jubilee year.

Packed with wonderful memorabilia and rarely seen archive photography, Elizabeth: Her Life, Our Times defines an era, pays tribute to our inexhaustable Queen and celebrates the example of responsibility, loyalty and patriotism she has set for generations past, present and future. She is an inspiration to us all.

Auteur

Alan Titchmarsh

Texte du rabat

'Each Christmas, at this time, my beloved father broadcast a message to his people in all parts of the world. Today I am doing this to you, who are now my people.' The Queen

Richly illustrated throughout with photographs and memorabilia, this very special and timely book from much loved bestselling author Alan Titchmarsh will look back at Queen Elizabeth's 60 years on the throne, offering a charming and evocative portrait of the royal family, while also exploring their adapting roles against a backdrop of social change.

Following the decades of Elizabeth's reign, Alan Titchmarsh will look at the Queen's Christmas messages, pulling out quotes on particular themes, and exploring the wider contexts behind them. From royal weddings and births, to historical events and cultural milestones, Alan will create a series of meticulously researched and telling snapshots, illustrated by photographs and memorabilia from the time, which will together build a fascinating picture of a traditional monarchy ever evolving in modern Britain.

Alan Titchmarsh has close links with the royal family, and has enormous respect for the work they do. He brings huge personal passion to this subject, and with his wonderful eye for detail, gift for social history and engaging, accessible style, this beautifully packaged book will be the stand-out memento of the Diamond Jubilee.