Jubilee

by Graham, Tim; Burgess, Patricia

• ISBN13: 9780304362301
• ISBN10: 0304362301
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2002-05-01
• Publisher: Cassell

Summary

Peace and war, triumph and disaster, joy and sadness -- the reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has encompassed them all. This richly illustrated volume takes you through 50 years of her reign, from the stage-managed opulence of the coronation to the informalities of everyday life. Tim Graham, who has specialized in photographing the Royal Family for more than 30 years, had unique access to events, both public and behind the scenes. Thus we see red carpets being swept, state carriages undergoing repairs, robes being laid out, and rehearsals of the colorful occasions that are the hallmark of the British monarchy. Since the day she declared to the nation, "My whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service, " the Queen has applied herself with diligence, loyalty and discretion. This is an admiring and affectionate tribute to her reign.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements	p. 6
Foreword	p. 7
Timeline	p. 8
The Story of a Reign	p. 15
The Coronation	p. 26
The Royal Round	p. 34
Travels at Home	p. 48
Clothes and Couturiers	p. 62
Hats and Hatmakers	p. 74
Accessories and Jewels	p. 80
Travels Abroad	p. 88
Remembrance Sunday	p. 140
Royal Honours	p. 146
The Garter Ceremony	p. 150
Garden Parties	p. 154
Celebrations and Commemorations	p. 172
Silver Jubilee	p. 184
Ceremonial Robes	p. 194
Trooping the Colour	p. 200
Family Matters	p. 210
At the Races	p. 220
State Visitors	p. 234
The Maundy Ceremony	p. 246
The State Opening of Parliament	p. 250
Keeping up Appearances	p. 266
All the Queen's Men	p. 274
Royal Residences	p. 282
The Commonwealth	p. 298
Family Weddings	p. 320
Getting About	p. 326
Royal Warrant Holders	p. 336
The Team	p. 342
Free Time	p. 350
Line of Descent of Queen Elizabeth II	p. 354
Index	p. 356
Picture Credits	p. 360
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