Matriarch

Name: Matriarch
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd
SKU: 9781442236554
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Queen Mary and the House of Windsor

By Anne Edwards

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Matriarch by Anne Edwards delves into the life of Queen Mary, the matriarch of the British royal family. It explores her journey through historical events, familial challenges, and her influence on the monarchy during her reign. The biography paints a vivid picture of her strong character and insight, shedding light on how she shaped the future of the British royal household.
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If you're fascinated by powerful women who have shaped history, this biography delivers an in-depth look at a formidable woman navigating complex family dynamics and societal expectations. The narrative paints a vivid portrait of her influence and resilience, making it ideal for readers who appreciate compelling stories about influential figures and their enduring legacies.

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The life of Princess May of Teck is one of the great Cinderella stories in history. From a family of impoverished nobility, she was chosen by Queen Victoria as the bride for her eldest grandson, the scandalous Duke of Clarence, heir to the throne, who died mysteriously before their marriage.

Despite this setback, she became queen, mother of two kings, grandmother of the current queen, and a lasting symbol of the majesty of the British throne. Her pivotal role in the abdication of her eldest son, the Duke of Windsor, is just one of the events that provide the backdrop for both a thrilling biography and for narrating the splendours and tragedies of the entire house of Windsor.

Matriarch by Anne Edwards delves into these remarkable events, painting a vivid portrait of a woman who remains an integral figure in British royal history.

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Matriarch by Anne Edwards is praised for its meticulous research and engaging narrative style. It unearths a royal family scandal while offering a vivid, detailed portrayal of regal life and an extraordinary queen. The biography's storytelling is described as vibrant, weaving a rich tapestry of fascinating characters with both glamour and psychological depth.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781442236554

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 February 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

Illustration: 78 BW Photos, 1 Charts, 1 Maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 454g

Pages: 560

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About the Author

Anne Edwards, a fastidious researcher and accomplished writer, is the author of several bestselling biographies of notable figures, including film stars Vivien Leigh, Judy Garland, and Katharine Hepburn, as well as Margaret Mitchell. Edwards’s autobiography, Leaving Home: A Hollywood Blacklisted Writer’s Years Abroad, was published in 2012. She lives in Beverly Hills, California.