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The Queen's Wardrobe
A Celebration of the Life of Queen Elizabeth II
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With a foreword by Michele Clapton, costume designer for Netflix's The Crown, readers gain insight into the recreation of some of the Queen's most famous outfits.
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This beautifully designed book is ideal for children interested in British royalty, history, fashion, and those who appreciate richly illustrated, informative stories about notable figures.
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See moreA gorgeously illustrated book showcasing the clothes of Queen Elizabeth II alongside fascinating stories from her life.
A gorgeously illustrated book showcasing the clothes of Queen Elizabeth II alongside fascinating stories from her life.
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The story of Queen Elizabeth II, who famously said 'if I wore beige, no one would know who I was', told through her clothes and jewellery. The Queen's Wardrobe is a gorgeous gift to treasure, celebrating a long life devoted to service.
This book tells the story of a young princess who grew into one of the world's best-loved and longest-serving royals, touching on wartime truck-fixing, ration-book wedding dress making, splendid gowns, the Crown Jewels, and her trusty wellies.
Includes a foreword by Michele Clapton, costume designer for series one of Netflix's The Crown, giving a peek behind the scenes at the recreation of some of the Queen's most famous outfits.
Written by the Waterstones Children's Book Prize-winning Julia Golding, The Queen's Wardrobe is full of fascinating stories from the long life of our record-breaking Queen. The detailed and colourful artwork from bestselling Kate Hindley shows what it's really like to grow up as a princess.
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Praised for its impressive research and lively illustrations, the book has been described by the Telegraph as a top Jubilee children's pick. Daily Express highlights its charming storytelling and surprising facts, while WRD Magazine lauds the breathtaking artwork and its appeal to royal, fashion, and design enthusiasts.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781529045536
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 October 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Two Hoots
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Kate Hindley
- Foreword by Michele Clapton
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 7.0mm
Width: 250.0mm
Height: 285.0mm
Weight: 270g
Pages: 48
About the Author
Julia Golding is the award-winning author of numerous books for children and adults, including The Diamond of Drury Lane, winner of both the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the Nestlé Smarties Book Prize. Her Jane Austen-themed podcast 'What Would Jane Do?' offers a 19th century take on modern life. Kate Hindley studied illustration at Falmouth College of Art. Kate's first picture book The Great Snortle Hunt, written by Claire Freedman, was longlisted for the 2013 Kate Greenaway Medal. Michele Clapton is a BAFTA and Emmy award-winning costume designer who has worked on acclaimed films and television series including The Secret Garden, Game of Thrones and The Crown.
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