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Town & Country: The Queen: A Life in Pictures Hardcover – April 6, 2021

by Victoria Murphy (Author), Town & Country (Editor), Stellene Volandes (Foreword)
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A lavish illustrated biography of Queen Elizabeth II and her storied 70-year reign with 300 extraordinary photographs and insightful commentary by royal journalist Victoria Murphy

“...an invaluable photographic tribute to Britain’s longest serving monarch and to her memorable reign.” —Robert Lacey, historian and biographer

After her succession to the throne in 1952, Queen Elizabeth II became respected, celebrated, and beloved around the world. This ultimate commemorative book for all royal waters captures significance of her magnificent reign, as well as the historical context for the contemporary British monarchy.

This collection of powerful photographs showcases the historic, and intimate moments throughout the Queen’s private and public life. Inside readers will find:  
  • Her early years as a young princess including her war years in service  
  • Her personal and familial relationships with her husband, Prince Philip; her parents, King George VI and the Queen Mother; her sister Princess Margaret, and her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren 
  • Her approach to the royal succession in her later years, with Prince Charles, Prince William, and Kate Middleton taking on ever enlarging roles as working royals 
  • Her coronation—the first to be televised—and the pomp and pageantry of ceremonial events  
  • Her role as a fashion icon with a close look at the stunning Crown Jewels and the Queen’s personal jewelry collection.  
Throughout her rule, with a combination of star power and a profound sense of duty, Queen Elizabeth II steered the British monarchy into the modern era with supreme style and grace. Perfect for fans of The Crown, this elegant tribute which includes burnished gold foil embellishments on the cover, celebrates Britian’s influential leader and longest serving monarch.  
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    Town & Country
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    April 6, 2021
  6. Dimensions
    9.38 x 0.91 x 11.25 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1950785092
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    978-1950785094
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“So much of the Queen’s life and career was about the visuals. This luscious coffee-table book is packed with photograph after photograph of Elizabeth in her multiple roles: as happy-go-lucky princess, solemn heir to the throne, bride, impossibly young monarch and all the way through to her latter days as a grandmother to the world. Journalist Murphy supplies useful contextual notes, but the pictures are the stars. They tell us everything we need to know about exactly what we have lost.”
—Kathryn Hughes, The Guardian

“A visual delight, teeming with gorgeous photographs. Victoria Murphy studies every facet of Her Majesty's legacy, creating a fascinating portrait of the Queen's impressively long reign and the dedication she has brought to her duties. This beautiful book is a must-have for all royal lovers." 
—Elizabeth Holmes, New York Times bestselling author of HRH: So Many Thoughts on Royal Style

“Queen Elizabeth II from a refreshing new perspective. Victoria Murphy's compelling portrait of Her Majesty – and her analysis of a life-long devotion to duty – is a fitting tribute to the monarch we think we know so well.”
—Joe Little, managing editor of Majesty Magazine
“Queen Elizabeth II once said, ‘I have to be seen to be believed.’ Well, here is Her Majesty in all her glory—and in delightful personal detail, too. Victoria Murphy has created an invaluable photographic tribute to Britain’s longest serving monarch and to her memorable reign.”
—Robert Lacey, historian and biographer

About the Author

Victoria Murphy has been writing and broadcasting about the British royal family since 2010. She is a contributing editor to Town & Country and a royal contributor to Good Morning America.

Stellene Volandes is editor in chief of Town & Country magazine.

Town & Country magazine is the ultimate resource for a life well lived. It is known for its coverage of leading cultural icons, including the royal family.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hearst Home (April 6, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1950785092
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1950785094
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.4 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.38 x 0.91 x 11.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 522 ratings

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Journalist Victoria Murphy has been reporting on the British royal family since 2010. She has interviewed Prince Harry and travelled the world covering several royal tours. In March 2020, Victoria was one of only three journalists present to witness Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex carry out her final private solo engagement in Buckingham Palace before she and Prince Harry stepped back from royal life.

Victoria is a Contributing Editor for Town & Country and writes regularly for Majesty Magazine. She also appears on Good Morning America as a royal contributor and commentates for networks in the UK and around the world.

Victoria first started reporting on the royals in 2010 when she became the Daily Mirror’s Royal Reporter, a role she held until May 2018. During this time she covered Prince William’s wedding to Kate Middleton, The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, the births of all three of the Cambridge children, The Queen becoming the longest-reigning British monarch, Prince Philip’s retirement and the wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle. She has travelled with the royals to destinations including Canada, India, Bhutan, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia the Solomon Islands, South Africa, Lesotho, Germany, Poland, Sweden, Norway and the US.

Victoria lives in east London with her partner Gary and their two daughters.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyed this book :)
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Amazing biography book with great pictures. Book takes deeply you to Queen’s life and makes you feel like a part of Royal family :)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book/photos
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Bought this to give away as a birthday gift to a family member. She really appreciated it, and said that the many photos inside were beautiful.
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Tara M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Arrived in perfect condition
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2024
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Very beautiful book. Arrived wrapped in plastic and I am giving this as a gift so I did not open it. Perfect condition.
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VickyNC
5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous photos of life of Eliabeth II of England
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2023
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You don't have t9 be an Anglophile to love this picture biography of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch who dedicated her life to serving her people and country. Quality paper; just the right amount of text to understand what a picture portrays and beautiful photography that goes from her birth to her Diamond Jubilee (70 years) on the throne. The only major event not covered in this biography was her State funeral. This coffee table quality book is a bargain at the price. I strongly recommend this picture biography of the serene, intelligent, queen of England---Elizabeth II.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely Book
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2023
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Great historical content and lovely vintage photos.
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Jerry Flack
5.0 out of 5 stars A Book to Treasure
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022
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The death of Queen Elizabeth II has been the occasion for an overwhelming number of magazine and book tributes to England's longest reigning monarch. The Town & Country photographic profile is most likely the most lavish and the best. There are great photographs of Princess Elizabeth's World War II service as a Jeep mechanic and features on such interesting topics as the Crown Jewels. If readers only purchase one tribute to Queen Elizabeth II's incredible life it is this version. Truly a classic photo biography.
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4.0 out of 5 stars "...the Queen is at the heart of her large family."
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This collection of well captioned photos captures the Queen's life, family, residences, jewels, fashion, and a variety of public appearances.

The captions contain interesting tidbits, making a nice addition to a wonderful collection of 9 decades of photos.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great History
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I love this book. It is a real commemorating piece. I’m really enjoying it and it will be a keepsake for my family!
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G Shaw
5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely glossy book.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 17, 2022
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This book is for an elderly relative (95), it has lots of wonderful glossy photos for her to look at. She will love it.
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4.0 out of 5 stars 英語えいごの説明せつめいが短みじかいので読よみやすい
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Tracy Milner
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice book with lots of lovely photos
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 20, 2022
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Brought for the younger members of the family to look at as a historical collection in later years
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