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Author: Joy Stanhope
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Published: 1952
Total Pages: 32
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAccount of the Royal tour, cut short after a week when the death of her father King George VI meant that Princess Elizabeth had to return to London to take up the throne,
Author: Elspeth Huxley
Publisher: Random House
Published: 2011-06-30
Total Pages: 575
ISBN-13: 1446484041
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this marvelous anthology, Elspeth Huxley, our best and most popular writer on Africa, has drawn on her unparalleled knowledge of Kenya and its literature to present a fully rounded portrait of one of the most fascinating countries in the world. In nine sections focusing on exploration, travel, settlement, war, hunting, wildlife, environment, life-styles, and legend and poetry, using only first-hand accounts, she guides the reader through the story of Kenya from AD100 to the present with her characteristic candour and directness.
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Published: 1984
Total Pages: 98
ISBN-13: 9780711204003
DOWNLOAD EBOOKActivities and events in the lives of several members of the British royal family during 1984.
Author: Arthur Bousfield
Publisher: Dundurn
Published: 2010-11-01
Total Pages: 186
ISBN-13: 1459711645
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRoyal Tours explores the visitations of 11 royals who were or would be monarchs, viceroys, and commanders in-chief of Canada. This full-colour volume is a captivating look at how these tours shaped Canada and the royals themselves.
Author: Noel BothaM & Bruce Montague
Publisher: Kings Road Publishing
Published: 2012-02-23
Total Pages: 181
ISBN-13: 1857827252
DOWNLOAD EBOOKContinuing the sensational success of the Useless Information Series, the Official Useless Information Society brings you another essential compendium of everything you never needed but always wanted to know. A celebration of the Queens Diamond Jubilee this amazing volume contains all things royal such as: The popular misconception that the royal family cannot vote in political elections. It is only the Queen, herself, who is not allowed to vote. Other members of the family merely choose not to; • The Queen learned to drive in 1945 when she joined the wartime army but has never held a driving license; On the occasion of the Duke of Edinburgh's birthday, a Royal gun salute is fired, and the Union Jack is flown on government buildings from 8am until sunset; Lord Mountbatten, Prince Charles's uncle, tried to arrange a betrothal between his own grand-daughter, Amanda Knatchbull and Charles. Amanda's father and Prince Philip did not approve and put a stop to it; Harry has two secretaries to handle his fan-mail, which invariably comes from teenage girls asking him for a date. Hopefuls should be made aware that no royal contender may be adopted, divorced, Catholic or born of unmarried parents. In Tudor times Catholics were forbidden from living within 10 miles of the throne.
Author: A.J.Kingston
Publisher: A.J.Kingston
Published: 2023
Total Pages: 362
ISBN-13: 1839383267
DOWNLOAD EBOOKStep behind the curtain and get an exclusive look at the lives of Britain's most iconic family with "Royal Family: Behind The Crown" – a captivating book bundle that features four distinct volumes exploring the history, traditions, scandals, and secrets of the British monarchy. Book 1, "The Crowned Legacy," takes you on a journey through the storied history of the British Royal Family. From the early days of the House of Windsor to the reigns of current monarchs, this book provides an in-depth examination of the legacy of this historic dynasty. In Book 2, "The Windsors," you'll get an insider's look at the lives of the British monarchy. This volume explores the personal lives of each member of the royal family, from Queen Elizabeth II to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, delving into the public and private spheres that shape their existence. Book 3, "The Hidden Lives Of The Royals," offers a tantalizing glimpse into the scandals, secrets, and surprises that have rocked the British monarchy throughout the years. From rumors of infidelity and illegitimate heirs to royal espionage and murder, this book uncovers the salacious details that the royal family would rather keep hidden from the public eye. Finally, Book 4, "A Royal Duty," provides a unique perspective on the British monarchy through the eyes of Princess Diana's butler. This book offers an intimate look into the day-to-day workings of royal life, from the inner workings of Buckingham Palace to the personal relationships between staff and members of the royal family. With "Royal Family: Behind The Crown," you'll gain an unparalleled understanding of one of the world's most iconic institutions. This book bundle is perfect for anyone with an interest in British history, royal traditions, and the personal lives of those behind the crown. Don't miss your chance to step inside the world of the British monarchy and discover the secrets that have been hidden for centuries. Order your copy today!
Author: Maria Lynch
Publisher: FriesenPress
Published: 2015-12-04
Total Pages: 219
ISBN-13: 1460274873
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhen Sabby Mendes leaves Portuguese Goa aboard the dhow Monsoon Wind bound for British East Africa in 1916, he has one dream—to find work as a tailor in the relatively new capital of Nairobi. Sabby is a young man, still a teenager, but he is determined to build a life for himself, and he knows that the opportunities in the British Protectorate are better than those facing him at home. A bright, affable young man with a genuine passion and talent for tailoring, he is not prepared for what he is about to find beyond the Arabian Sea. The Protectorate, which will become British Colony of Kenya, is a highly segregated society with the British firmly ensconced at its top; below them are the “Asians” like Sabby; and at the very bottom are the native African population who are regarded as little more than savages in need of civilization. Beneath the African Sun offers, through the eyes of its protagonist, a street-level view of the changing social and political climate of Kenya between 1916 and 1970, including the ‘Mau Mau’ Uprising of the native Kikuyu, the eventual independence of Kenya in 1963, and the political fallout that followed. More than a history, it is a story about family, home, social justice, and what it means to truly belong somewhere.
Author: Great Britain. Army. Royal Army Medical Corps
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Published: 1938
Total Pages: 928
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Tom Rice
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Published: 2019-09-03
Total Pages: 360
ISBN-13: 0520971817
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFilms for the Colonies examines the British Government’s use of film across its vast Empire from the 1920s until widespread independence in the 1960s. Central to this work was the Colonial Film Unit, which produced, distributed, and, through its network of mobile cinemas, exhibited instructional and educational films throughout the British colonies. Using extensive archival research and rarely seen films, Films for the Colonies provides a new historical perspective on the last decades of the British Empire. It also offers a fresh exploration of British and global cinema, charting the emergence and endurance of new forms of cinema culture from Ghana to Jamaica, Malta to Malaysia. In highlighting the integral role of film in managing and maintaining a rapidly changing Empire, Tom Rice offers a compelling and far-reaching account of the media, propaganda, and the legacies of colonialism.
