On Royalty

Jeremy Paxman

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Penguin
10 October 2007

History; Social & cultural history; Constitution: government & the state

What is the point of Kings and Queens? What do they do all day? And what does it mean to be one of them?

What is the point of Kings and Queens? What do they do all day? And what does it mean to be one of them?

Jeremy Paxman is used to making politicians explain themselves - but royalty has always been off limits. Until now. In On Royalty he delves deep into the past and takes a long hard look at our present incumbents to find out just what makes them tick. Along the way he discovers some fascinating and little-known details. Such as-

. how Albania came to advertise in England for a king

. which English queen gave birth in front of 67 people

. how easy it is to beat up future kings of England

. and how meeting the Queen is a bit scary

- whoever you are ...

No other book will tell you quite as much about our kings, queens, princes and princesses- who they are and what they're for.

By: Jeremy Paxman
Imprint: Penguin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 266g
ISBN: 9780141012223
ISBN 10: 0141012226
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 10 October 2007
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jeremy Paxman is a journalist, best known for his work presenting Newsnight and University Challenge. His books include Friends in High Places, The English and The Political Animal. He lives in Oxfordshire.

Reviews for On Royalty

Paxman's book is everyhing that royalty is not allowed to be - witty, stylish, intelligent, pugnacious and political. The Times Action-packed and entertaining. Sunday Telegraph On Royalty is an absorbing, well-researched book, part serious enquiry, part rollicking anecdote. Evening Standard

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