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Queen of Our Times: The Life of Elizabeth II (1926–2022) HC 2022 Robert Hardman. About the Author. About This Book: Queen of Our Times by acclaimed royal biographer Robert Hardman is the definitive modern account of Queen Elizabeth II’s remarkable 70-year reign. Published in 2022 by Macmillan, this Commemorative Edition spans the Queen’s life from her birth in 1926 through her Platinum Jubilee and final years, featuring new interviews, exclusive archives, and over a century of royal insight. Hardman—known for his work on the BBC and The Daily Mail—offers an elegant, deeply informed narrative that captures both the grandeur of monarchy and the humanity of one of history’s most enduring figures. Lavishly illustrated with color photographs and archival images, this edition remains a lasting tribute to Britain’s longest-serving sovereign. About the Author: Robert Hardman is one of Britain’s foremost royal commentators and documentary filmmakers. He has chronicled the modern royal family for over three decades through his books, documentaries, and reporting, including Our Queen and Charles at Seventy. Rarity Note: The Commemorative Hardcover Edition was issued immediately following Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, making early printings desirable among collectors of modern royal biographies and British history. --- Condition Very Good. Book remains clean, tight, and unmarked inside. Dust jacket shows visible edge and corner wear, with minor creasing and small tears near top and bottom edges (see photos). Binding is strong, pages bright, and photo inserts vivid. Overall, a well-kept collectible copy of this substantial commemorative volume (798 pages).