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Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch

Sally Bedell Smith
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Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012

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Sally Bedell Smith

Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

721

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

United Kingdom • 20th-21st Century

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch by Sally Bedell Smith presents a detailed biography of Queen Elizabeth II, emphasizing her personal life, duties, and significant milestones. The book offers insights into her relationships, challenges, and the evolution of the British monarchy during her reign.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

30,885 ratings

69%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sally Bedell Smith's biography, Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch, offers a comprehensive look at Queen Elizabeth II's life, blending rich historical context with personal anecdotes. Praised for its meticulous research and engaging narrative, it at times receives criticism for its length and occasional lack of critical depth. Highly recommended for royal enthusiasts.

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Who Should Read Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch?

Readers who enjoy Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch by Sally Bedell Smith are typically fascinated by modern British royalty, nuanced biographical accounts, and historical narratives. Fans of Robert Lacey's Majesty or Andrew Morton's Diana: Her True Story will find this detailed portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II's reign particularly engaging.

4.2

30,885 ratings

69%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

721

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

United Kingdom • 20th-21st Century

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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