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GLOSSARY FOR ELIZABETH THE QUEEN (SPOILER THREAD)
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No, he doesn't get to say much. I see a lot of Prince Phillip in her, too. The way she speaks seems more like him.
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Bentley wrote: "I like the 1970 one and do not like that second Annigoni portrait."I agree - the second one seems darker and sterner.
Balmoral Castle which the Queen calls "My dear paradise". It was also beloved by Queen Victoria.
Lord Snowden, former husband of Princess Margaret.Then:
Now:
Gough Whitlam, the 21st PM of Australia. The Queen had to win him over when he wanted to eliminate the monarchy in his country.
BBC article on the separation of Princess Margaret and her husband, Lord Snowden in 1976.http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/da...
The Royal Yacht Britannia on which the Queen traveled.
For more information:
http://www.royalyachtbritannia.co.uk/...
A map showing the division of Ireland. The northern six counties are still part of the United Kingdom and have been a scene of violence and rebellion for many years.
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http://www.cbc.ca/books/2012/02/the-l...
There is an audio interview available on this link.
I don't think the Queen knows what to make of the gurning champion by the look on her face!!I hope Sally will be able to join us soon to answer the many questions that are on her thread and enlighten us on her book tour.
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Jill wrote: "A famous portrait by Annigoni, unveiled in 1970. It is very stark and wistful."
I think this is a beautiful painting. It brings out many important aspects of the Queen...her beauty, regality, strength of character, control of her emotions, reign over the empire (suggested by background)...
Agreed, Lewis. The painter wasn't trying for a "glamor shot" type of portrait but instead one that signified the character of the Queen. Compare it to the painting by Dargie in post #52 in which that painter took a completely different approach.
Lady Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister of Great Britain. Francoise Mitterand, former President of France said of her "She has the mouth of Marilyn Monroe and the eyes of Caligula"
For owners of the ARC edition, here at last are the missing pictures from the beginning of Chapters 6, 13, and 18 (I won't even mention the large number of insert pics in the published edition).I couldn't find the exact one for Chapter 6, but this one was probably taken within moments of it.
Chapter 13: Imagine it in black and white:
Chapter 18: also imagine in black and white:
Thanks so much, Cheryl for finding those.
The Prince and Princess of Wales in the early days of their marriage. It is rather poignant to see them looking so carefree.
Camilla and Charles back in the day.
The Queen on her beloved mare, Burmese. She was riding this horse when shots were fired at her....luckily the shots were blanks. She retained her composure and controlled the horse with her equestrian skill.
Prince William being presented to the public in June, 1982. He is currently the Duke of Cambridge and is second in line to the throne after his father, the Prince of Wales.
Jill wrote: "Prince William being presented to the public in June, 1982. He is currently the Duke of Cambridge and is second in line to the throne after his father, the Prince of Wales."
Thanks so much for adding these photos, Jill. They are fascinating and add so much to the story we are reading.
You are more than welcome, Lewis. I also need to add some links to information but pictures say 1,000 words, don't they?....and there are so many great photos out there that complement the book.
Jill wrote: "You are more than welcome, Lewis. I also need to add some links to information but pictures say 1,000 words, don't they?....and there are so many great photos out there that complement the book."Maybe just have to break down and buy the book after reading it!
Charles and Diana at Balmoral on their honeymoon. The picture was deceiving as Diana was already suffering from bulemia and was desperately unhappy,
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I think one Royal Family task Diana excelled at was keeping up appearances in the public eye. She may have, at times, been as good at masking her emotions as the Queen, ironically enough, given that the press and public didn't catch on to the underlying problems until much later.
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Life of a modern monarch
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Biography details Queen Elizabeth's 60-year reign
http://video.foxnews.com/v/1387908893...
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Love and Majesty
http://www.vanityfair.com/society/201...
PERFECT COUPLE Philip and Elizabeth on their honeymoon, at Broadlands, the Mountbatten estate in Hampshire, November 1947.
PHOTOGRAPH FROM TOPICAL PRESS AGENCY/GETTY IMAGES; DIGITAL COLORIZATION BY LORNA CLARK.
BBC article on the funeral services for the Duchess of Windsor, for whom Elizabeth's uncle, Edward VIII gave up the throne.http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/da...
Sarah, Duchess of York, who was called "vulgar, vulgar, vulgar" by one of the Queens inner circle.
The Queen and American cowboy, Monty Roberts who became the Horse Whisperer. Elizabeth had Roberts advise her on his training methods for her beloved horses and a fast friendship was established.[image error]
Charles and Diana toward the end of their marriage when the strain was showing publicly.
You are quite welcome Larry.........there are so many great images out there to share.
Nelson Mandela on his visit to England after being released from prison in South Africa and apartheid is abolished.
Read the complete history of apartheid in South Africa at this link.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aparthei...
The Queen and Prince Phillip on their visit with President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara.
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I think Barbara looks terrific.....the dress suits her....a very nice picture.
The funeral cortege of Princess Diana.
Maybe one of the worst decisions in PM Tony Blair's time in office.....the Millennium Dome.
Charles, 9th Earl Spencer, brother of Princess Diana. His eulogy at his sister's funeral raised some eyebrows as he took a swipe at the Royal Family.
Prince Phillip, Prince Wlliam, Earl Spencer, Prince Harry, and Prince Charles in the funeral cortege at Princess Diana's funeral. The boys did not want to walk but the 76 year old Prince Phillip said, "If I walk will you walk with me" and that convinced them.
Full text of Charles, Earl Spencer's eulogy to his sister Diana, given at the Abbey on the occasion of her funeral.http://www.guardian.co.uk/theguardian...
The BBC announcement of the beloved Queen Mum's death.http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/62...
And here she is, still a lovely English rose, at age 100. A true lady.
The BBC announcement of Princess Margaret's death. She was a sad and lonely person in her later life and had suffered multiple health problems for years.http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/18...
Here she is in later life.
Below is the text of the Queen's public address on the death of the Queen Mother on 8 April, 2002:Ever since my beloved mother died over a week ago I have been deeply moved by the outpouring of affection which has accompanied her death.
My family and I always knew what she meant for the people of this country and the special place she occupied in the hearts of so many here, in the Commonwealth and in other parts of the world. But the extent of the tribute that huge numbers of you have paid my mother in the last few days has been overwhelming. I have drawn great comfort from so many individual acts of kindness and respect.
Over the years I have met many people who have had to cope with family loss, sometimes in the most tragic of circumstances. So I count myself fortunate that my mother was blessed with a long and happy life. She had an infectious zest for living, and this remained with her until the very end. I know too that her faith was always a great strength to her.
At the ceremony tomorrow I hope that sadness will blend with a wider sense of thanksgiving, not just for her life but for the times in which she lived - a century for this country and the Commonwealth not without its trials and sorrows, but also one of extraordinary progress, full of examples of courage and service as well as fun and laughter.
This is what my mother would have understood, because it was the warmth and affection of people everywhere which inspired her resolve, dedication and enthusiasm for life.
I thank you for the support you are giving me and my family as we come to terms with her death and the void she has left in our midst. I thank you also from my heart for the love you gave her during her life and the honour you now give her in death.
May God bless you all.
Princess Diana's butler, Paul Burrell is accused of stealing many of her belongings after her death. The BBC report of the incident and controversial dropping of charges can be read at the link below:http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/23...
Burrell with the Princess who called him "her rock".
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