Queen Mary

Name: Queen Mary
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SKU: 9781529355031
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By James Pope-Hennessy

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Queen Mary by James Pope-Hennessy is a meticulously researched biography detailing the life and reign of Queen Mary, providing insight into her role as a key figure in the British monarchy. The author delves into her personality, her marriage to King George V, and explores the societal changes and challenges she faced throughout her life. It offers a rich portrait of a royal figure who navigated a rapidly changing world with grace and determination.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by royal history and keen on exploring a meticulously detailed portrayal of an influential queen's life and reign. It offers an insightful glimpse into the intricacies of monarchy, interwoven with personal anecdotes and deep research, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate well-crafted biographical narratives.

Queen Mary

The official biography of Queen Mary, grandmother of the current Queen, originally commissioned in 1959 - and subject of the critically acclaimed The Quest for Queen Mary

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The official biography of Queen Mary, grandmother of the current Queen, originally commissioned in 1959 - with a new foreword by Hugo Vickers.

When Queen Mary died in 1953, James Pope-Hennessy was commissioned to write an official biography of her - unusual for a Queen Consort. Queen Mary's life, contrary to popular belief, was essentially dramatic, and she played a far more important and influential role in the affairs of the British monarchy than her public image might have otherwise suggested.

Using material from the Royal Archives, private papers and Queen Mary's personal diaries and letters, Pope-Hennessy's biography was a remarkable portrait of a remarkable woman and received rave reviews across the press.

Long out of print, this new edition of Queen Mary will be accompanied by a new foreword from royal biographer and writer Hugo Vickers.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Queen Mary by James Pope-Hennessy has received praise for its meticulous research and engaging narrative. Readers appreciate the depth of insight into Queen Mary's life, character, and role in the monarchy. The biography is often noted for its balanced blend of personal details and historical context, offering a comprehensive portrait of its subject.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529355031

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 January 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder & Stoughton

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 43.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 485g

Pages: 704

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Biography & Memoir History & Military James Pope-Hennessy Non-Fiction Royalty & Religion Biographies

About the Author

James Pope-Hennessy was a British biographer and travel writer. His books included London Fabric (for which he was awarded the Hawthornden Prize), Sins of the Fathers (an account of the Atlantic slave traffickers), Anthony Trollope and Queen Victoria at Windsor and Balmoral. He died in 1974.

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