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Queen Mary: A Life in Pictures by James Pope-Hennessy

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Queen Mary

by James Pope-Hennessy

4.6 out of 5

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Queen Mary: A Life in Pictures is a lavishly illustrated biography of Queen Mary of England, consort to King George V. The book was written by James Pope-Hennessy, a noted British historian and biographer. Published in 1959, the book is a comprehensive and detailed account of Queen Mary's life, from her birth in 1867 to her death in 1953.

The book is divided into four parts, each covering a different period of Queen Mary's life. The first part, "Childhood and Youth," discusses her early life and education. The second part, "Marriage and Family," covers her marriage to King George V and the birth of their children. The third part, "Queen Consort," examines her role as Queen during the First World War and the interwar years. The fourth part, "Widowhood," discusses her later life and death.

Pope-Hennessy's writing is clear and concise, and he provides a wealth of detail about Queen Mary's life. The book is also beautifully illustrated with over 200 photographs, many of which have never been published before. These photographs provide a fascinating glimpse into Queen Mary's world and help to bring her story to life.

Queen Mary: A Life in Pictures is a valuable resource for anyone interested in British history or the royal family. Pope-Hennessy's book is a comprehensive and detailed account of Queen Mary's life, and the photographs provide a unique glimpse into her world.

About the Author

James Pope-Hennessy was a British historian and biographer. He was born in 1916 and educated at Eton College and Oxford University. After graduating from Oxford, Pope-Hennessy worked as a journalist and editor before turning to writing biographies.

Pope-Hennessy's biographies are known for their meticulous research and elegant writing style. He wrote biographies of a number of notable figures, including Queen Mary, George V, and Queen Victoria. Pope-Hennessy also wrote a number of books on British history.

Pope-Hennessy died in 1974 at the age of 58.

Queen Mary: A Life in Pictures is a comprehensive and detailed account of Queen Mary's life. The book is beautifully illustrated with over 200 photographs, and Pope-Hennessy's writing is clear and concise. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in British history or the royal family.

Queen Mary

by James Pope-Hennessy

4.6 out of 5