Duke: 100 Chapters in the Life of Prince Philip

The Duke of Edinburgh has been portrayed as a gaffe-prone serial philanderer, but Prince Philip's new book explores the man behind the myths, drawing on interviews with relations, friends, and courtiers. It brings to life his character, from a love of poetry and religion to his fondness for Duke Ellington and UFOs, and explains why he has been the Queen's strength and stay for over seven decades.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 18 February 2021
Publisher: The History Press Ltd

The Archbishop of Canterbury, a prominent figure in the Church of England, had a negative impression of Prince Philip. He was described as "bloody rude" and was believed to be a foreign interloper seeking personal gain. Sarah Ferguson, the daughter-in-law of the Queen, found him "very frightening," and the Queen Mother referred to him as "the Hun." Journalists have often portrayed Prince Philip as a gaffe-prone serial philanderer, with European outlets claiming that he has fathered 24 illegitimate children. However, Prince Philip has refuted these allegations, stating that the public's perception of him is unfair. Despite not having written an autobiography, he has granted interviews to broadcasters and writers, which he has done reluctantly. In the documentary "Prince Philip: The Plot to Make a King," the Duke of Edinburgh sets out to explore the man behind the various myths surrounding him. He draws on interviews with relatives, friends, and courtiers, as well as his own words, to bring to life some rare aspects of his character. The documentary reveals Prince Philip's love of poetry and religion, his fondness for Duke Ellington, and his fascination with UFOs. It also explains why he has been the Queen's "strength and stay" for over seven decades and why he is regarded as a national treasure by many.

Weight: 662g
Dimension: 146 x 223 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780750996082