A Brief History of the House of Windsor

by Michael Paterson

Overview

This Brief History tells the story of The House of Windsor. Starting with George V and going through Charles, Prince of Wales, all the way to Queen Elizabeth II. Plus it will touch on the next generations of the monarchy, with Prince William, Duchess Kate, and their son. The book will shed light on the fine line trodden between custom and modernity, grandeur and thrift, and influence and neutrality that has left this royal family more secure and appealing than ever.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780762448043
Publisher:	Running Press Book Publishers
Publication date:	08/06/2013
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	5.36(w) x 7.62(h) x 0.74(d)

About the Author

Michael Paterson is the author of several history books, including A Brief History of the Private Life of Elizabeth II.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements ix

Royal Wedding 1

Chapter 1 The House of Windsor, 1917-present 16

Chapter 2 George V, 1910-36 30

Chapter 3 Edward VIII, 'David', January-December 1936 81

Chapter 4 George VI, 'Bertie', 1936-52 107

Chapter 5 Elizabeth II, 1952-present 151

Chapter 6 Charles, Prince of Wales 189

Chapter 7 Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, 'Wills' 213

Chapter 8 A Middle-class Monarchy 225

Epilogue 237

Index 260