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Elizabeth II: Life of a Monarch

By: Ruth Cowen
Narrated by: Jennie Bond, Tim Piggott-Smith, Lindsay Duncan
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On the occasion of the 90th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II, respected royal broadcaster Jennie Bond explores the life of the longest reigning British monarch.

Born a minor royal, Elizabeth is now the most recognisable woman in the world. Admired by many, she has reigned through a period of unprecedented change, keeping the monarchy strong and consistent despite the end of empire, public scandals and private loss.

This newly written history uses actors and eyewitness observation to bring to life the story of this most remarkable woman.

When you add Elizabeth II: Life of a Monarch to your library you will receive all 8 episodes, each with a runtime of approximately 30 minutes.

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Episodes
  • Ep. 1: A Sheltered Childhood

    Ep. 1: A Sheltered Childhood
    Oct 25 2017

    Elizabeth is born. Tales of early childhood. The King dies, and the Wallis Simpson crisis ensues. King George VI is crowned.

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    30 mins
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  • Ep. 2: From Princess to Queen

    Ep. 2: From Princess to Queen
    Oct 25 2017

    July 1939: Elizabeth meets Philip, her future husband. The War Years. The Royal wedding. Charles is born.

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    32 mins
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  • Ep. 3: Coronation and Commonwealth

    Ep. 3: Coronation and Commonwealth
    Oct 25 2017

    Elizabeth is crowned. Elizabeth and Philip embark on a huge tour of the Commonwealth.

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    26 mins
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A simply marvellous narration that gives the listener some interesting glimpses into the modern British monarchy

Succinct, clear

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highly recommended for all, even if you aren't a fan of the royals you will find this interesting.

an enjoyable and fascinating listen

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This was such an in-depth and no-nonsense telling of our Monarch's life. I have genuinely enjoyed hearing new stories, stories I knew of in more detail and remind of other royal nuggets.
I am so pleased it remained focussed on The Queen instead of making other people more prominent than her. I am a royalist so this was a pleasure to listen to.
Thank you.

Absolutely excellent, proud to be British

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I'm not normally into Non-Fiction or biographies of any form (books or shows) but this was surprisingly interesting to listen to.

I'm only a few chapters in but I'm suddenly wondering why I disliked History so much at school! The shows go through the decades - from the 1920 - and tell you the story of how the Royals have been giving to the country throughout.

As the narrator put it, the Monarchy have to do the impossible by "appearing grander than then people, servants of the people and of the people, all at the same time".

Plus it was free so why wouldn't you at least give it a go!

Way better than I'd expected!

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So enjoyable! Great narrative by Tim Piggott Smith and Jenny Bond.
Well worth a listen!

Brilliant!

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