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Courtiers

Intrigue, Ambition, and the Power Players Behind the House of Windsor

by Valentine Low ...

The gripping account of how the Royal family really operates, from the journalist who has spent years studying them. Who really runs the show and, as Charles III begins his reign, what will happen next?Throughout history, the British monarchy has relied on its courtiers - the trusted advisers in the King or Queen's inner circle - to ensure its survival as a family and a pillar of the country. ... Read more

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The gripping account of how the Royal family really operates, from the journalist who has spent years studying them. Who really runs the show and, as Charles III begins his reign, what will happen next?Throughout history, the British monarchy has relied on its courtiers - the trusted advisers in the King or Queen's inner circle - to ensure its survival as a family and a pillar of the country.
... Read more

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Power and the Palace

The explosive new royal book that reveals what happens between 10 Downing Street and Buckingham Palace in times of crisis

by Valentine Low ...

'Lively . . . peppered with entertaining lines. One of [Low's] skills as a journalist is an ability to sift through mountains of archive material and pick out the gems' - TelegraphCovering 200 years of royal history from Queen Victoria to King Charles, and looking forward to the future reign of King William, Power and the Palace is the gossip-laden and highly revelatory account of the relationship ... Read more

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'Lively . . . peppered with entertaining lines. One of [Low's] skills as a journalist is an ability to sift through mountains of archive material and pick out the gems' - TelegraphCovering 200 years of royal history from Queen Victoria to King Charles, and looking forward to the future reign of King William, Power and the Palace is the gossip-laden and highly revelatory account of the relationship
... Read more

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One Man and His Dig

Adventures of an Allotment Novice

by Valentine Low ...

When Valentine Low decided to forego his world of dinner parties with the chattering classes to take on a pastime usually indulged in by old men with flat caps and rollups, he had little idea of the sea change it would bring about in his life. A year down the line he had developed a worrying obsession with potatoes, a resourcefulness that borders on kleptomania and an ever-strengthening ... Read more

$9.99 USD

When Valentine Low decided to forego his world of dinner parties with the chattering classes to take on a pastime usually indulged in by old men with flat caps and rollups, he had little idea of the sea change it would bring about in his life. A year down the line he had developed a worrying obsession with potatoes, a resourcefulness that borders on kleptomania and an ever-strengthening
... Read more
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Courtiers

Intrigue, Ambition, and the Power Players Behind the House of Windsor

by Valentine Low ...

Narrated by Valentine Low ...

Unabridged

10 hours 2 min

**This program is read by the author.The gripping account of how the Royal family really operates, from the journalist who has spent years studying them. Who really runs the show and, as Charles III begins his reign, what will happen next?**Throughout history, the British monarchy has relied on its courtiers - the trusted advisers in the King or Queen's inner circle - to ensure its survival as a ... Read more

$26.99 USD

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**This program is read by the author.The gripping account of how the Royal family really operates, from the journalist who has spent years studying them. Who really runs the show and, as Charles III begins his reign, what will happen next?**Throughout history, the British monarchy has relied on its courtiers - the trusted advisers in the King or Queen's inner circle - to ensure its survival as a
... Read more

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Power and the Palace

The explosive new royal book that reveals what happens between 10 Downing Street and Buckingham Palace in times of crisis

by Valentine Low ...

Narrated by John Sackville ...

Unabridged

12 hours 38 min

'Lively . . . peppered with entertaining lines. One of [Low's] skills as a journalist is an ability to sift through mountains of archive material and pick out the gems' - TelegraphCovering 200 years of royal history from Queen Victoria to King Charles, and looking forward to the future reign of King William, Power and the Palace is the gossip-laden and highly revelatory account of the relationship ... Read more

$31.99 USD

Also available as: eBook

'Lively . . . peppered with entertaining lines. One of [Low's] skills as a journalist is an ability to sift through mountains of archive material and pick out the gems' - TelegraphCovering 200 years of royal history from Queen Victoria to King Charles, and looking forward to the future reign of King William, Power and the Palace is the gossip-laden and highly revelatory account of the relationship
... Read more

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Power and Glory

Elizabeth II and the Rebirth of Royalty

by Alexander Larman ...

Narrated by Alexander Larman, Sophie Roberts ...

Unabridged

11 hours 6 min

**This program features an introduction read by the author.Alexander Larman, the master chronicler of the House of Windsor, brings his acclaimed trilogy to a dramatic and poignant conclusion.**When the Royal Family took to the balcony of Buckingham Palace on VE Day in 1945, they knew that the happiness and excitement of the day was illusory. Britain may have been victorious in a painful war, but ... Read more

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**This program features an introduction read by the author.Alexander Larman, the master chronicler of the House of Windsor, brings his acclaimed trilogy to a dramatic and poignant conclusion.**When the Royal Family took to the balcony of Buckingham Palace on VE Day in 1945, they knew that the happiness and excitement of the day was illusory. Britain may have been victorious in a painful war, but
... Read more

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Heirs and Graces

A History of the Modern British Aristocracy

by Eleanor Doughty ...

Narrated by Florence Howard ...

Unabridged

18 hours 19 min

**Brought to you by Penguin.The fascinating new history of the British Aristocracy since the Second World War**There are fewer than 5000 people who can genuinely claim to be members of the British aristocracy, and yet they loom large in the popular consciousness. We're fascinated by their houses and estates, their lives and loves, their foibles and eccentricities. And we entertain the strong ... Read more

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**Brought to you by Penguin.The fascinating new history of the British Aristocracy since the Second World War**There are fewer than 5000 people who can genuinely claim to be members of the British aristocracy, and yet they loom large in the popular consciousness. We're fascinated by their houses and estates, their lives and loves, their foibles and eccentricities. And we entertain the strong
... Read more

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The Royal Butler

My Remarkable Life in Royal Service

by Grant Harrold ...

Narrated by Grant Harrold ...

Unabridged

6 hours 52 min

An unforgettable portrait of the royal household, told by the former butler to King Charles III.Grant Harrold had been obsessed with the royaly family since childhood. In this unforgettable memoir, we journey along with Grant as he finds his way to the heart of the royal household.The unique relationship between the monarch and their staff has always been shrouded in mystery but The Royal Butler ... Read more

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An unforgettable portrait of the royal household, told by the former butler to King Charles III.Grant Harrold had been obsessed with the royaly family since childhood. In this unforgettable memoir, we journey along with Grant as he finds his way to the heart of the royal household.The unique relationship between the monarch and their staff has always been shrouded in mystery but The Royal Butler
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Pitlane Lessons

What F1 Can Teach You About Life and Work

by Marc Priestley ...

Narrated by Marc 'Elvis' Priestley, Jake Humphrey ...

Unabridged

8 hours 41 min

**Brought to you by Penguin.From the high-octane, high stakes world of F1, these are the key lessons learned at the top level of the sport – and how to take them out of the pitlane and make them work for youForeword by JAKE HUMPHREY, author of HIGH PERFORMANCE**F1 teams operate at the highest level of competitive sport. With huge sums of money, global prestige and even lives on the line, they work ... Read more

$18.99 USD

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**Brought to you by Penguin.From the high-octane, high stakes world of F1, these are the key lessons learned at the top level of the sport – and how to take them out of the pitlane and make them work for youForeword by JAKE HUMPHREY, author of HIGH PERFORMANCE**F1 teams operate at the highest level of competitive sport. With huge sums of money, global prestige and even lives on the line, they work
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Operation Bowler

The Audacious Allied Bombing of Venice during World War II

by Jonathan Glancey ...

Narrated by Nigel Patterson ...

Unabridged

8 hours 40 min

March 21st, 1945. Bursting through a hazy sky, dozens of Allied fighters and bombers sweep over German-occupied Venice.Their mission: destroy Germany’s strategic outposts nestled along the port, while leaving the floating city unscathed.As bombs rained down upon Europe, flattening city after city, Venice—La Serenissima; home of Titian and Veronese; immortalized in the serene landscapes of ... Read more

$19.99 USD

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March 21st, 1945. Bursting through a hazy sky, dozens of Allied fighters and bombers sweep over German-occupied Venice.Their mission: destroy Germany’s strategic outposts nestled along the port, while leaving the floating city unscathed.As bombs rained down upon Europe, flattening city after city, Venice—La Serenissima; home of Titian and Veronese; immortalized in the serene landscapes of
... Read more

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If Jewels Could Talk

by Carol Woolton ...

Narrated by Carol Woolton ...

Unabridged

7 hours 50 min

A treasure trove of forgotten stories about jewels throughout history by internationally renowned jewellery expert, Carol Woolton.If Jewels Could Talk: Links Through Time delves into the history, cultural significance and eclectic trivia of jewellery. As a jewellery historian, jewellery editor at British Vogue and now podcast host, Carol Woolton is uniquely qualified to take us on a whistlestop ... Read more

$19.99 USD

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A treasure trove of forgotten stories about jewels throughout history by internationally renowned jewellery expert, Carol Woolton.If Jewels Could Talk: Links Through Time delves into the history, cultural significance and eclectic trivia of jewellery. As a jewellery historian, jewellery editor at British Vogue and now podcast host, Carol Woolton is uniquely qualified to take us on a whistlestop
... Read more

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A History of the World in 50 Pieces

An Official Radio 3 book

by Tom Service ...

Narrated by Tom Service ...

Unabridged

6 hours 12 min

**Brought to you by Penguin.Explore how music has changed our world through 50 pieces across classical, folk and world traditions with BBC presenter Tom Service, in this official Radio 3 compendium.**Music transports us and defines us. As a form of expression, it has been passed down through oral tradition, musical notation and recordings in a chain of connection that spans the globe, across the ... Read more

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**Brought to you by Penguin.Explore how music has changed our world through 50 pieces across classical, folk and world traditions with BBC presenter Tom Service, in this official Radio 3 compendium.**Music transports us and defines us. As a form of expression, it has been passed down through oral tradition, musical notation and recordings in a chain of connection that spans the globe, across the
... Read more

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