Prince Philip Revealed: A Man of His Century

Prince Philip, born into the Greek and Danish royal families in 1921, was the Queen's constant companion and support for over 70 years. Despite his aristocratic credentials, his nomadic childhood spent in Germany, Paris, and England, and his role as consort after the Queen's accession in 1952, he created a role for himself, modernizing the monarchy, campaigning to protect the environment, supporting the sciences and engineering, and inspiring the young through the Duke of Edinburgh Awards. His superb biography, Prince Philip Revealed, shines new light on his complex character and extraordinary career.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2022
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

For over seven decades, Prince Philip has been a steadfast companion and unwavering support to Queen Elizabeth II. However, his significant contribution to the monarchy has often been overlooked. Now, in Ingrid Seward's captivating biography of the Duke of Edinburgh, readers are granted the opportunity to delve into the full story of his remarkable life and achievements.

Born into the Greek and Danish royal families in 1921, Prince Philip hailed from an aristocratic lineage, tracing his ancestry back to Queen Victoria. Despite his privileged background, his early years were marked by upheaval. Just 18 months after his birth, his family faced a harrowing ordeal when they were rescued by a British warship from the island of Corfu, following his father's exile. His nomadic childhood unfolded in Germany, Paris, and eventually England, where he attended boarding school. At the age of 18, while studying at Dartmouth Naval College, he was entrusted with the care of the King's two daughters, Elizabeth, aged 13, and her sister Margaret, during a royal visit. It was their first encounter, and eight years later, their marriage in 1947 brought a fresh wave of optimism to the nation after the challenges of World War II.

However, their lives took an unexpected turn when Elizabeth ascended to the throne in 1952, necessitating Prince Philip to relinquish his naval career and embrace a new role as consort. This transition required him to publicly defer to the monarch, even relinquishing his surname. Ingrid Seward's brilliant biography sheds light on how Prince Philip navigated this transition and carved out a unique role for himself. He modernized the monarchy, championed environmental conservation, supported the sciences and engineering, and inspired young individuals through the Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

Above all, Prince Philip proved to be the Queen's most valuable and loyal companion throughout her long reign. The television series, The Crown, has brought his story to a wider audience, further highlighting his enduring legacy. Through his unwavering dedication and service, Prince Philip has left an indelible mark on the monarchy and the world. His remarkable life and achievements deserve to be celebrated and remembered for generations to come.

Weight: 308g
Dimension: 139 x 197 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781471183553