Do Let's Have Another Drink: The Singular Wit and Double Measures of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
Do Let's Have Another Drink: The Singular Wit and Double Measures of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
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The Queen Mother was renowned for her witty remarks, astute observations, and dry-as-a-Martini delivery style, as well as her fondness for "drinky-poos." Now, Do Lets Have Another Drink recounts 101 biographical vignettes, one for each year of her long and remarkable life, including her coming-of-age during World War I, the abdication of her brother-in-law, the truth about her tragic nieces, and her relationship with her two daughters over half a century of widowhood. The book is a skimming-stone biography, the story of a life without the boring bits, and a travel guide to a world that no longer exists. It rightly celebrates her sense of humor but also explores her enmities and feuds, including the truth about her behavior towards Wallis Simpson, Nerissa Bowes-Lyon, and Diana, Princess of Wales.
Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
A Times Best Book of the Year 2022
This captivating biography delves into the life of Queen Mother, presenting a streamlined narrative that excludes any tedious details. Upon hearing that Lady Mountbatten was being laid to rest at sea, the Queen Mother responded with a cheerful remark, echoing her penchant for making a grand entrance. Throughout her remarkable life, the Queen Mother gained fame for her witty quips, astute observations, and dry, wry delivery style, as well as her prominent role within the Royal Family. She was also renowned for her fondness for indulgent drinks, often enjoying a gin and Dubonnet or three. Now, in "Do Let's Have Another Drink," author Penny Junor presents a collection of 101 biographical vignettes, one for each year of the Queen Mother's long and extraordinary life. These vignettes encompass her formative years during World War I, the abdication of her brother-in-law, the untold truths about her tragic nieces, and her enduring relationship with her two daughters over a span of fifty years as a widow.
This book serves as a skimming-stone biography, offering a glimpse into a life devoid of mundane aspects. Entering the Queen Mother's rarefied world is akin to traversing a magical realm. While it rightly celebrates her infectious sense of humor, it also delves into her rivalries and conflicts, shedding light on her behavior towards figures such as Wallis Simpson, Nerissa Bowes-Lyon, and Diana, Princess of Wales. For fans of "The Crown" and featuring fresh revelations and captivating anecdotes about this beloved member of the Royal Family, "Do Let's Have Another Drink" is a delightful celebration of one of the most enduringly popular figures in British history.
Weight: 452g
Dimension: 162 x 242 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008542610
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