The Windsor legacy a royal dynasty of secrets, scandal, and survival

From Elizabeth II to King William, this volume offers a riveting exploration of the British monarchy's resilience and influence over the past century, looking at its key players and conflicts, with a forward-looking examination of its future.

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Main Author: Jobson, Robert (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Pegasus Books, Ltd., 2026.
Edition:First Pegasus Books cloth edition.
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Summary:From Elizabeth II to King William, this volume offers a riveting exploration of the British monarchy's resilience and influence over the past century, looking at its key players and conflicts, with a forward-looking examination of its future.
This work examines the modern history of the British royal family, focusing on the House of Windsor and the events that have shaped its public and private legacy. The narrative covers key moments such as abdication, political and constitutional crises, family conflicts, and allegations of scandal and espionage. Drawing on historical sources and long-term reporting, the book presents an overview of the individuals, relationships, and controversies that have influenced the monarchy from the twentieth century to the present day.
Physical Description:344 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 24 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:9798897100927
Author Notes:Robert Jobson is the New York Times bestselling author of Catherine, Princess of Wales , published by Pegasus Books. Dubbed "the Godfather of royal reporting" by the Wall Street Journal , he is Royal Editor of the London Evening Standard and royal commentator for the ABC network's Good Morning America . In Britain, he is a regular on BBC, ITV and Sky News. As a bestselling author and award-winning correspondent in Britain, he has been at the forefront of royal reporting for well over twenty-five years.