Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II: Platinum Jubilee Celebration

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This book celebrates the highlights and challenges of HM Queen Elizabeth II’s reign over the past seven decades.Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has carried out her role as Sovereign with flawless professionalism. Her demeanor has been perfect, and in the seventy years she has reigned she has epitomized all the hallmarks of an iconic sovereign beloved of her people.
 
As Heir Presumptive, the young Princess Elizabeth received special tuition in law and constitutional history to prepare her for her future role as Sovereign.
 
When she succeeded her father, King George VI, on 6th February 1952, Elizabeth was only twenty-five years old. Married for just five years with two young children, her life changed irrevocably. The responsibilities of monarchy have taken precedence over all else, and the public duties invariably have first call on the Queen’s time and energy. Brian Hoey is the author of thirty-six books about royalty and has interviewed many members of the Royal Family including Prince Charles and the Princess Royal, the Duke of Edinburgh and the late Diana, Princess of Wales. An experienced broadcaster, he was one of the BBC’s first royal newscasters and contributes to newspapers and magazines throughout the world on royal matters. CN

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