Böcker av Gill Knappett

Explaining all the tradition and pageantry to be expected from the spectacular Coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London, this thoughtful history tells the story of the boy born to be King, giving a unique insight into the man behind the throne.

Join us on a behind-the-scenes tour of the filming locations for the award-winning Netflix series The Crown.

As 2018 heralds the arrival of Prince Louis for the House of Windsor, who is fifth in line to the throne, this book outlines all he can expect as a baby in the modern royal household. Exploring the history on the upbringing of royal children from Tudor births, this book looks at how customs and traditions have changed.

Follow in the footsteps of royalty past and present on this journey through England's capital and beyond to Kew, Hampton Court and Windsor.London has a charm that draws visitors from home and abroad who are looking to explore what England's capital city has to offer. The fact that for hundreds of years Britain has had a Royal Family is part of that charm, and the unique history of our monarchy forms the basis of Royal London.From palaces and parks to pomp and ceremony, from streets with royal connections to statues commemorating past sovereigns and their consorts, much of today's royal London is readily available to any visitor who wishes to seek it out. But it is fascinating, too, to reflect on how parts of London came about, thanks to those monarchs who have lived, loved, lost and left a royal footprint.Sites include: Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace, Kensington Palace, Palace of Westminster,Westminster Abbey,St Paul's Cathedral,Tower of London, V&A Museum, Green Park, Hyde Park, Greenwich Observatory,Hampton Court, Windsor Castle.

Discover the breathtaking locations behind The Shell Seekers, Coming Home, The End of Summer and more

The expertly written text offers an insight into the private and public life of the heir to the throne of England, from his early years, his education at Gordonstoun and Trinity College, Cambridge, and his time in the Royal Navy, to his humanitarian work and life as son, husband and father.

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge embarked on a new life when she married Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in April 2011. This is her story.

This bird's-eye view takes in all the most famous London sights, including Buckingham Palace and Nelson's column, Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament, the Thames and the awe-inspiring London Eye, The Tower of London and Docklands, Kensington Palace and Covent Garden, St Paul's Cathedral and the City, the British Museum and beyond.

Fifteen themed walks highlighting the best that London has to offer, from historic palaces and gardens to the famous River Thames and landmarks around the City.The walks range from between 1 and 6 miles, and give the nearest train or Underground stations for the start and end of the walks, with a locator map indicating where stations are.