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Download or read book LIFE Queen Elizabeth written by The Editors of LIFE and published by Time Home Entertainment. This book was released on 2018-05-11 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrate the Queen Elizabeth's 65 years with the crown in this special collector's edition of LIFE Queen Elizabeth: Britain's Longest Reigning Monarch.

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Download or read book Long to Reign Over Us written by Leah Kharibian and published by . This book was released on 2016-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beautifully illustrated book is a record of seven decades of royal history, from the Coronation in 1953 to the present day, as well as the celebration of this unique royal milestone.

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Download or read book Queen Elizabeth II written by Charles River Editors and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-05-21 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *Includes pictures *Includes quotes by the Queen about her life and reign *Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading *Includes a table of contents "When I was twenty-one I pledged my life to the service of our people and I asked for God's help to make good that vow. Although that vow was made in my salad days, when I was green in judgement, I do not regret nor retract one word of it." - Elizabeth II Until the implementation of new legislation on March 26, 2015, men were given preference to women in the British royal line. This system of male primogeniture meant that women seldom inherited the throne, and even when they did, they were often dominated by male councillors. Those women who married British kings gained the title of Queen, but they were queen consorts, holding the title with no power. This makes Elizabeth II one of a select few queens regnant - queens ruling in their own right - and one of even fewer to set her own course in the history of her family and its throne. This is ironic given that history and Elizabeth's relation to preceding monarchs made it highly unlikely that she would ever even inherit the throne. It was only the abdication of her uncle, in circumstances that shocked the world, that put the young Princess Elizabeth's father on the throne and made her the heir. In less tumultuous times, hers would not have been the head that wore the crown. Nonetheless, Queen Elizabeth II has become so much a part of British society and culture that her presence is taken almost for granted, setting the standard people now expect of a British monarch. The longest lived and second longest reigning monarch in British history, Elizabeth II has overseen her country during a time of incredible turmoil and ever-accelerating change, providing a stable figure at the heart of a nation going through seemingly endless upheavals. Her impact in this regard extends beyond the United Kingdom and all the way to those countries of the Commonwealth over which she is still monarch. In too many ways to count, hers has been an extraordinary reign, but even as she has been able to portray herself as a figure of tradition, she has been a modern queen in many respects, so even as she reaches old age and her subjects are forced to consider what life will be like without her, she has set the Royal Family on a path to modernity. Queen Elizabeth II: The Life and Legacy of Britain's Second Longest Reigning Monarch traces the life of Elizabeth II and the history of her reign. Along with pictures of important people, places, and events, you will learn about Queen Elizabeth II like never before, in no time at all.

Download or read book King of the World written by Philip Mansel and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2020-09-01 with total page 669 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Louis XIV was a man in pursuit of glory. Not content to be the ruler of a world power, he wanted the power to rule the world. And, for a time, he came tantalizingly close. Philip Mansel’s King of the World is the most comprehensive and up-to-date biography in English of this hypnotic, flawed figure who continues to captivate our attention. This lively work takes Louis outside Versailles and shows the true extent of his global ambitions, with stops in London, Madrid, Constantinople, Bangkok, and beyond. We witness the importance of his alliance with the Spanish crown and his success in securing Spain for his descendants, his enmity with England, and his relations with the rest of Europe, as well as Asia, Africa, and the Americas. We also see the king’s effect on the two great global diasporas of Huguenots and Jacobites, and their influence on him as he failed in his brutal attempts to stop Protestants from leaving France. Along the way, we are enveloped in the splendor of Louis’s court and the fascinating cast of characters who prostrated and plotted within it. King of the World is exceptionally researched, drawing on international archives and incorporating sources who knew the king intimately, including the newly released correspondence of Louis’s second wife, Madame de Maintenon. Mansel’s narrative flair is a perfect match for this grand figure, and he brings the Sun King’s world to vivid life. This is a global biography of a global king, whose power was extensive but also limited by laws and circumstances, and whose interests and ambitions stretched far beyond his homeland. Through it all, we watch Louis XIV progressively turn from a dazzling, attractive young king to a belligerent reactionary who sets France on the path to 1789. It is a convincing and compelling portrait of a man who, three hundred years after his death, still epitomizes the idea of le grand monarque.

Download or read book Queen Elizabeth II written by Johnny A and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the remarkable life of Queen Elizabeth II, a sovereign whose tenure has defined an era and left an indelible mark on the world. "Queen Elizabeth II: A Reign Remembered" delves into the seven-decade reign of a monarch whose leadership, grace, and steadfast dedication have guided the United Kingdom through unparalleled change and challenges. With her unexpected ascension to the throne at a young age, Elizabeth II emerged as a symbol of continuity and resilience during times of national and global upheaval. This book chronicles her journey from a young princess navigating the uncertainties of World War II to a globally respected figurehead who has witnessed and influenced some of the most pivotal events in modern history. Explore the personal and public milestones that have shaped her reign, including her role in modernizing the monarchy, her diplomatic engagements that strengthened international relations, and her unwavering commitment to the Commonwealth. Through detailed accounts and insightful analysis, discover how Queen Elizabeth II has maintained her relevance and connection with people across generations and continents. "Queen Elizabeth II: A Reign Remembered" not only celebrates the longevity of her reign but also highlights the profound impact she has had on the world stage. This captivating narrative offers an intimate look at the life of a monarch who has transcended her royal duties to become a beloved and enduring symbol of service, stability, and grace.

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Download or read book The Woman Who Would Be King written by Kara Cooney and published by Crown. This book was released on 2014-10-14 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An engrossing biography of the longest-reigning female pharaoh in Ancient Egypt and the story of her audacious rise to power. Hatshepsut—the daughter of a general who usurped Egypt's throne—was expected to bear the sons who would legitimize the reign of her father’s family. Her failure to produce a male heir, however, paved the way for her improbable rule as a cross-dressing king. At just over twenty, Hatshepsut out-maneuvered the mother of Thutmose III, the infant king, for a seat on the throne, and ascended to the rank of pharaoh. Shrewdly operating the levers of power to emerge as Egypt's second female pharaoh, Hatshepsut was a master strategist, cloaking her political power plays in the veil of piety and sexual reinvention. She successfully negotiated a path from the royal nursery to the very pinnacle of authority, and her reign saw one of Ancient Egypt’s most prolific building periods. Constructing a rich narrative history using the artifacts that remain, noted Egyptologist Kara Cooney offers a remarkable interpretation of how Hatshepsut rapidly but methodically consolidated power—and why she fell from public favor just as quickly. The Woman Who Would Be King traces the unconventional life of an almost-forgotten pharaoh and explores our complicated reactions to women in power.

Download or read book The Longest Reign written by William John Courthope and published by Palala Press. This book was released on 2016-05-24 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Download or read book The Last Queen written by Clive Irving and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-01-05 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A timely and revelatory new biography of Queen Elizabeth (and her family) exploring how the Windsors have evolved and thrived, as the modern world has changed around them. Clive Irving’s stunning new narrative biography The Last Queen probes the question of the British monarchy’s longevity. In 2021, the Queen Elizabeth II finally appears to be at ease in the modern world, helped by the new generation of Windsors. But through Irving’s unique insight there emerges a more fragile institution, whose extraordinarily dutiful matriarch has managed to persevere with dignity, yet in doing so made a Faustian pact with the media. The Last Queen is not a conventional biography—and the book is therefore not limited by the traditions of that genre. Instead, it follows Elizabeth and her family’s struggle to survive in the face of unprecedented changes in our attitudes towards the royal family, with the critical eye of an investigative reporter who is present and involved on a highly personal level.

Download or read book The Guinness Book of Superlatives written by Guinness World Records and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imagine the world before Google or Facebook, when books were the only source of recorded fact. Originally published in 1956, The Guinness Book of Superlatives is the very first book in a series that would one day become one of the most well-known and trusted brands in the world—The Guinness Book of World Records. This is the original fun and informative edition, which gathered world facts and records from the year of its publication and prior. Included within are world records and facts from the sectors of: Science Politics Economics Art Architecture Engineering Accidents and disasters Human achievements The natural world And many more! Pick up this entertaining reference book, and expand your knowledge of the world as it was more than sixty years ago.

Download or read book Seven Decades Of Power written by Casimir Wilson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-09-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a well-detailed insight into the life of the Queen, her life as a child "ardently praying for a brother" so as to avoid her fate; as a young woman falling in love with and marrying her cousin Philip; and as the mother-in-law of the most complicated royal of all, Princess Diana. Elizabeth was born on April 21, 1926, and baptized Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor at the chapel of Buckingham Palace. She was the first child of the Duke and Duchess of York. She was educated at home with her younger sister, Princess Margaret, and subsequently served as a subaltern in the Auxiliary Territorial Service during World War II, attaining the rank of Junior Commander. In 1947, she wed a gorgeous young naval officer, Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten, a distant relative she met when she was 13 years old. He was the son of Prince Andrew of Greece and the great-great-grandson of Queen Victoria. Their first child, Prince Charles, was born in 1948, followed two years later by his sister, Princess Anne. In 1952, when her father's sickness prevented him from visiting Australia and New Zealand, the Princess, escorted by Prince Philip, made the trip in his stead. On February 6, while on the first leg of her vacation in Kenya, Elizabeth learned of King George VI's death and her own succession to the throne. The coronation took place in Westminster Abbey on June 2, 1953, and was aired on radio throughout the globe and - at the young Queen's request - on television, bringing the splendor of the occasion to hundreds of millions of people in a manner never previously conceived. Prince Andrew and Prince Edward, the Queen's youngest sons, were the first children born to a reigning monarch since Queen Victoria in 1960 and 1964, respectively. The Queen has seen the dissolution of three of her four children's marriages, and the dissolution of Charles and Andrew's unions, along with a huge fire at Windsor Castle, caused her to refer to 1992 in her Christmas address as an annus horribilis. Recent years may have been tumultuous for the royal family, but there is little question that its titular head has helped maintain the monarchy's historic image while also greatly contributing to the development of its contemporary function. The British queen hosts visiting heads of state and keep close communication with the prime minister, with whom she has a weekly audience in London. She has visited practically every county in the realm throughout her reign, and as her 80th birthday festivities in 2006 showed, she shows no sign of slowing down. Click "Add To Cart" to continue reading