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The King

The Life of Charles III
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The King by Christopher Andersen offers a compelling exploration of the life of a renowned monarch. The biography delves into the personal and public realms of the king's existence, portraying his journey through pivotal events and intimate relationships. It provides readers with a nuanced look at his impact on history and the legacy he leaves behind.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by royal intrigue and want an intimate look into the life and legacy of one of Britain's most prominent modern monarchs. The author offers rich storytelling and insider perspectives, making it a compelling choice for fans of both history and celebrity culture.

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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Christopher Andersen comes a vivid and unsparing yet sympathetic portrait of one of the most complex and enigmatic figures of our time: Charles, who has taken his place on the throne after being the oldest and longest-serving heir in British history.

Since the day Charles Philip Arthur George was born, he has been groomed to be King. After more than seventy years of waiting, he finally ascends the throne.

The King examines the private life of this historically important and controversial figure, set against the grand, thousand-year sweep of the British monarchy. This richly detailed biography covers it all, from his military training to his marriage to Lady Diana, through their separation and her tragic death to his marriage to Camilla Parker Bowles. In the process, it provides a balanced but fully honest look into the life of the new monarch. This book will tell you what the King—a man who has remained something of an enigma, shrouded in speculation and intrigue—is really like.

The King is the first biography of Charles since he has become monarch and serves as an authoritative chronicle of his life.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781668030325

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Gallery

Edition: Local Edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 455g

Pages: 480

About the Author

Christopher Andersen is the critically acclaimed author of eighteen New York Times bestsellers which have been translated into more than twenty-five languages worldwide. Two of his books—The Day Diana Died and The Day John Died (about JFK Jr.)—reached #1. A former contributing editor of Time and longtime senior editor of People, Andersen has also written hundreds of articles for a wide range of publications, including The New York TimesLife, and Vanity Fair. Andersen has appeared frequently on such programs as TodayGood Morning America, NBC Nightly News, CBS This Morning20/20, Anderson Cooper 360, Dateline NBC, Access Hollywood, Entertainment Tonight, Inside Edition48 Hours, and more.

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