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  • Queen Mary and the House of Windsor
  • Written by: Anne Edwards
  • Narrated by: Corrie James
  • Length: 16 hrs and 36 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (32 ratings)

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Matriarch

Written by: Anne Edwards
Narrated by: Corrie James
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Publisher's Summary

The life of Princess May of Teck is one of the great Cinderella stories in history. From a family of impoverished nobility, she was chosen by Queen Victoria as the bride for her eldest grandson, the scandalous Duke of Clarence, heir to the throne, who died mysteriously before their marriage. Despite this setback, she became queen, mother of two kings, grandmother of the current queen, and a lasting symbol of the majesty of the British throne. Her pivotal role in the abdication of her eldest son, the Duke of Windsor, is just one of the events that provide the backdrop for both thrilling biography and for narrating the splendors and tragedies of the entire house of Windsor.

©1984 Anne Edwards (P)2017 Tantor

What the critics say

"A magnificent portrayal of majesty...Edwards depicts the whole panorama, from pageantry and protocol to small private detail, with superb narrative finesse, psychological insight, and impressively far-ranging and scrupulous research." ( Chicago Tribune)

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Enjoyable characters

I found the descriptions and diary entries of each of the members of the family very engaging and interesting.

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I had low expectations

I was blown away by this book in a fantastic way. I would recommend everyone listen to it if this is what you’re into.

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Love it! Absolute must for those interested in the British Monarchy

The life story of Queen Elizabeth II’s grandmother, Queen Mary is a fascinating one. I thoroughly enjoyed it from beginning to end.

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The Monarch

It was long, the monarch was very out of touch with the public and intend on maintaining power and wealth.

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