Queen Elizabeth II for Dummies - by Stewart Ross (Paperback)

About the Book

"The year 2022 marks 70 years at the helm of the British monarchy for Elizabeth II - wow! Queen Elizabeth II For Dummies celebrates her Platinum Jubilee with a journey through the life and reign of this remarkable woman enjoy fun stories from her childhood, untangle the facts about the British monarchy, and discover little-known secrets every Anglophile ought to know. Plus, you'll be able to tell fact from fiction when you watch your favorite historical movies and shows."--

Book Synopsis

The longest-reigning monarch in European history!

If the news about Harry, William, Kate, Meghan, and the rest of the British royals has you wondering about how this latest generation of princes, princesses, dukes, and duchesses got their start, you're not alone. Queen Elizabeth II For Dummies takes you on a fascinating journey through the life of Great Britain's longest-serving monarch.

You'll find revealing stories about Queen Elizabeth II's family background, her childhood, early ascension to the throne, and her role during times of national crisis and triumph. The book combines must-know facts about the monarchy with details of the remarkable woman who has held the crown for over 68 years (and counting). You'll also read about:

• Where shows like The Crown stay true-to-life and where they take artistic liberties with historical fact
• Queen Elizabeth II's relationship with Prince Charles, the late Prince Phillip, Princess Diana, and the thousands of famous figures she has encountered during her reign
• The subtle and at times controversial role of a hereditary Head of State in a democracy

Perfect for anyone with an interest in the monarchy, British governance, power and society, leadership, or the resurgence of the British monarchy in popular culture, Queen Elizabeth II For Dummies is a cracking read full of trivia, secrets, and history that puts one of the most central figures of the 20th and 21st centuries in the palm of your hand.

From the Back Cover

All hail the longstanding Queen of England

The year 2022 marks 70 years at the helm of the British monarchy for Elizabeth II - wow! Queen Elizabeth II For Dummies celebrates her Platinum Jubilee with a journey through the life and reign of this remarkable woman. You'll enjoy fun stories from her childhood, untangle the facts about the British monarchy, and discover little-known secrets every Anglophile ought to know. Plus, you'll be able to tell fact from fiction when you watch your favorite historical movies and shows. Dummies brings the life of the Queen . . . to life!

Inside...

• All about the Royal Family
• Constitutional monarchy
• Elizabeth's birth and early life
• Her mum - the Queen Mother
• The Margaret Thatcher years
• Elizabeth II's grandchildren
• Succession to the throne
• The death of Prince Philip

About the Author

Stewart Ross is the author of over 250 published titles, including prize winning books for children, young adults and adults. He has written on history and sport - including titles on monarchs and the Royal Family.