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.  

This stunning collection of powerful images celebrates the reign of Queen Elizabeth, who has steered the monarchy into the modern era with style and grace.

From the time she was ten and became the Heir Presumptive to the throne to her status today as world's longest reigning living monarch, Queen Elizabeth has embraced a life of duty to the Crown and to her people. For anyone under the age of 70, she is the only Queen they have ever known and an essential part of British life and international celebrity. For it is star power that Queen Elizabeth has brought to her role as the central figure in sustaining and modernizing the monarchy.This book reveals the scope of her dedication to her duty.

This ultimate collection of 300 photographs along with detailed captions explain the historical context of Queen Elizabeth's reign, including her:
• Childhood and wartime experiences, which forged her thrifty and practical outlook and her connection with her people
• Courtship with her glamorous future husband Philip, whom she famously called her "strength and stay";
• Stunning personal jewelry collection as well as the incredible Crown Jewels and the role they played in her coronation and other ceremonial events;
• Family life as a mother of four and her love of breeding corgis and race horses;
• Role as private adviser to her ministers and her equally delicate diplomacy when she represents the nation as Head of State;
• Patronages and charitable works, and the many ceremonial occasions that she has led year after year.

Throughout her reign, the Queen has remained the beloved leader of her people and adored the world over.

“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