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A celebration of the 50 years of Elizabeth II's reign including interviews with people who have known the Queen. It reveals a woman whose family is subject to increasing media intrusion, and yet one who maintains a majestic dignity.
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This has been a period of unprecedented and often turbulent change. Britain today bears little resemblance to the country the Queen inherited in 1952. Queen and Country looks at how the Queen has adapted to the swirl of events taking place around her. By examining several aspects of her public role - including her relationship with successive prime ministers - William Shawcross shows how the Queen has been a fixed point in the storm. Her stability, calm and good sense have earned her the respect and affection of the nation.
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