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Thorns in the Crown

The Story of the Coronation and what it Meant for Britain

Barry Turner author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:The History Press Ltd

Published:6th Jan '22

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‘A lively book that captures the essence of a modern monarchy and a new Elizabethan era’ - Lyndsy Spence, The Lady

‘Down-to-earth and insightful’ - Daily Mail

It is 1952 and Britain is changing. The Second World War is over, but the country is still scarred, recovering from six years of horror and still in the grip of food rationing. The British Empire is crumbling as countries fight for their independence both literally and physically. And George VI, the king who had refused to abandon London, is dead.

Thorns in the Crown is the story of a country on the precipice, divided between those who held firm to old values and traditions and those who were fighting for modernity and progression. Featuring memories and reflections of those who were part of the coronation, Barry Turner presents a unique look at Britain as it came to terms with the second Elizabethan age.

"Down-to-earth and insightful"

* Daily Mail *

"The untold story of Elizabeth II's first year on the throne"

* The Daily Telegra

ISBN: 9780750998130

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