{"title":"Anne Glenconner","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnne Glenconner’s works span a captivating range from memoir to gripping crime fiction. Readers can immerse themselves in personal stories rich with wit and reflection, or enjoy atmospheric mysteries set in evocative locations. Her writing blends sharp observation with engaging narratives, making each book a compelling journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether delving into the intimate moments of a life well lived or navigating the twists of a thrilling plot, Glenconner’s books offer a unique mix of charm, intrigue, and insight. Expect prose that is both elegant and approachable, inviting readers to savour every page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lady-in-waiting","title":"Lady in Waiting","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSpectator\u003c\/i\u003e Books of the Year 2020\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e Favourite Paperbacks of 2020\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLady in Waiting\u003c\/em\u003e by Anne Glenconner offers a rare and enchanting glimpse into the world of British aristocracy and the often unseen lives of those who serve the royal family. This extraordinary memoir recounts Lady Glenconner's own remarkable journey, from her childhood amidst the grandeur of one of England's stately homes to her unique roles as Maid of Honour at Queen Elizabeth II's coronation and Lady in Waiting to Princess Margaret. Through trials of tragedy and moments of triumph, Anne Glenconner's life has been one of resilience, courage, and wit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn into the affluent and influential Coke family, Anne was the eldest child of the 5th Earl of Leicester, growing up in the opulent Holkham Hall. Despite her noble beginnings, she faced the deeply ingrained gender prejudices of her time, being labelled by her own family as 'the greatest disappointment' for not being able to inherit the family estate. Yet she formed lasting bonds with the young Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret, who often visited her home as playmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnne's story takes an extraordinary turn as she steps into the role of Maid of Honour at Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation, a position that placed her at the very heart of royal history. Her later service to Princess Margaret as Lady in Waiting provided her with an intimate view of the inner workings of the British monarchy, allowing her to forge a close and enduring friendship with the princess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer marriage to Colin Tennant, Lord Glenconner, brought a new dimension to her life. Colin's purchase and transformation of the Caribbean island of Mustique into an exclusive paradise attracted high profile visitors, including eminent figures like Mick Jagger and David Bowie, and became a beloved retreat for Princess Margaret. Despite the splendour of Mustique, Anne's life with Colin was often tumultuous, marked by his volatile nature and extravagant lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe memoir delves deep into the challenges faced by Anne, including personal tragedies, such as the loss of her two sons, and her husband's unpredictable and often difficult personality. With steadfastness and an indomitable spirit, she navigated these adversities, emerging with profound insights and a deep appreciation for life’s joys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLady Glenconner’s narrative is enhanced by her remarkable wit and infectious optimism, providing readers not only with deliciously gossipy tales of aristocratic life and royal circles but also with heartfelt reflections on the complexities of duty, service, and personal resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCritics have praised \u003cem\u003eLady in Waiting\u003c\/em\u003e for its candidness and charm. Jane Ridley of the \u003ci\u003eSpectator\u003c\/i\u003e hails it as 'the best royal book by miles', while the \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e claims it will leave your 'jaw dropping at least three times every chapter.' The \u003ci\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/i\u003e commends it as 'a captivating account of a life lived with resilience and grace', and the \u003ci\u003eDaily Express\u003c\/i\u003e admires Lady G for writing with 'infectious joy and optimism.' Jilly Cooper finds the book 'tremendously touching' and impossible to put down, and Rupert Everett describes it as 'funny and touching', like peering 'through a keyhole at a lost world.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLorraine Kelly unequivocally states, 'I can't recommend it highly enough,' while the \u003ci\u003eTimes\u003c\/i\u003e appreciates its gentle wisdom and inspiration. Miranda Seymour of the \u003ci\u003eFinancial Times\u003c\/i\u003e brands it 'a candid, witty and stylish memoir,' and the \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e lauds its emotional resonance. The \u003ci\u003eGuardian\u003c\/i\u003e calls it 'both candid and kind', encapsulating the stoicism and discretion that define Anne Glenconner's approach to life and her career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLady in Waiting\u003c\/em\u003e is not just a memoir but a testament to an extraordinary life interwoven with history, filled with anecdotes that are both touching and illuminating. It is a book for anyone fascinated by the British royal family, historical biography, and the enduring human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gardners Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45712365224172,"sku":"9781529359107","price":25.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529359107.jpg?v=1725984382"},{"product_id":"lady-glenconners-picnic-papers-by-anne-glenconner-9781835012413","title":"Lady Glenconner's Picnic Papers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Full of delightful stories...a wonderful insight into the British obsession with al fresco eating' - \u003cem\u003eTravel Gourmet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the peaks of the Himalayas to the historic grounds of Hampton Court, there’s always a perfect spot for a picnic!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnne Glenconner invites both old friends and new acquaintances to join her in \u003cem\u003eThe Picnic Papers\u003c\/em\u003e. Featuring contributions from Bryan Adams, Graham Norton, Lorraine, Rupert Everett, Tina Brown, Freya Stark and many more, they explore the curious British obsession with dining alfresco, despite our famously unpredictable weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePicnics, it turns out, spark strong opinions. HRH Princess Margaret insisted on having hers at a proper table, while the indefatigable John Julius Norwich enjoyed 147 picnics over seven weeks in the Sahara. In stark contrast, writer James Lees-Milne simply loathed them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrimming with extraordinary tales and a few nostalgic recipes (though this is \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e a recipe book!) Lady Glenconner’s \u003cem\u003eThe Picnic Papers\u003c\/em\u003e is an invitation to a delightful feast of memories and culinary delights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46439070400748,"sku":"9781835012413","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781835012413.jpg?v=1747213578"},{"product_id":"lady-glenconners-picnic-papers-by-anne-glenconner-9781835012390","title":"Lady Glenconner's Picnic Papers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLady Anne Glenconner invites both old friends and new acquaintances to join her in \u003ci\u003eThe Picnic Papers\u003c\/i\u003e. Together, they explore the curious British obsession with dining alfresco, despite our famously unpredictable weather.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Full of delightful stories...a wonderful insight into the British obsession with al fresco eating' - \u003ci\u003eTravel Gourmet\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the peaks of the Himalayas to the historic grounds of Hampton Court, there's always a perfect spot for a picnic!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnne Glenconner invites both old friends and new acquaintances to join her in \u003ci\u003eThe Picnic Papers\u003c\/i\u003e. Featuring contributions from Bryan Adams, Graham Norton, Lorraine, Rupert Everett, Tina Brown, Freya Stark, and many more, they explore the curious British obsession with dining alfresco, despite our famously unpredictable weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePicnics, it turns out, spark strong opinions. HRH Princess Margaret insisted on having hers at a proper table, while the indefatigable John Julius Norwich enjoyed 147 picnics over seven weeks in the Sahara. In stark contrast, writer James Lees-Milne simply loathed them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrimming with extraordinary tales and a few nostalgic recipes (though this is \u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e a recipe book!) Lady Glenconner's \u003ci\u003eThe Picnic Papers\u003c\/i\u003e is an invitation to a delightful feast of memories and culinary delights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46627835281644,"sku":"9781835012390","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9194513482841.jpg?v=1751891751"},{"product_id":"murder-on-mustique-by-anne-glenconner-9781529336351","title":"Murder On Mustique","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA storm. A disappearance. A race against time . . .\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMurder on Mustique\u003c\/i\u003e unfolds in the breathless calm before tropical storm Cristobal engulfs the island. Most villa owners have fled, but a few young socialites remain, eager to extend their summer revelry. Among them is American heiress Amanda Fortini, a thrill-seeker who vanishes after a morning swim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDetective Sergeant Samuel Wilton, just 28 and the island's sole fully trained police officer, springs into action. He realises he must reach out to Lord and Lady Blake, long-time owners who have poured their resources into transforming the island into a paradise. While Jasper works in St Lucia, Lady Veronica (known as Vee to her friends) immediately flies back. Her god-daughter, Lily, is present on the island, and the disappearance recalls the haunting past of Lily's mother. Lady Vee, known for her unwavering support and calmness in crises, refuses to abandon a friend in distress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative takes a dark turn when Amanda's body is discovered, sparking a murder investigation. With flights and ferries halted due to the looming storm, Wilton determines the perpetrator must be local. Yet, the community remains silent. As the storm intensifies, another person vanishes, compounding the island’s mysteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46712945934572,"sku":"9781529336351","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/fa880219b04b89f76d67c56e7b000252.jpg?v=1754344225"},{"product_id":"murder-on-mustique-by-anne-glenconner-9781529336382","title":"Murder On Mustique","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA storm. A disappearance. A race against time . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMurder On Mustique\u003c\/em\u003e unfolds as tropical storm Cristobal creeps towards the island of Mustique, enveloping it in a tense calm. As most villa owners flee, a few young socialites refuse to let the summer revelry end. Among them is Amanda Fortini, an American heiress, who vanishes after setting out for a morning swim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDetective Sergeant Solomon Nile, the island's sole fully trained police officer at just 28 years old, quickly realises the urgency of the situation. He knows he must inform Lord and Lady Blake, the couple behind transforming the island into a paradise. While Jasper is occupied in St Lucia with a new luxury development, Lady Veronica—Vee to her friends—needs no prompting to rush back to Mustique. Her beloved god-daughter, Lily, is present on the island, and Amanda's disappearance stirs unsettling memories of an event involving Lily's mother years ago. Lady Vee is known for her loyalty and calm demeanour in a crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Amanda's body is discovered, a murder investigation ensues. Detective Nile is convinced the culprit must be someone on the island since flights and ferries have ceased operations due to the storm warning. However, gaining cooperation from the island's tight-knit community proves challenging. As the storm makes its impact, another person vanishes, compounding the mystery and urgency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46712946557164,"sku":"9781529336382","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13785543482732.jpg?v=1754310492"},{"product_id":"a-haunting-at-holkham-by-anne-glenconner-9781529336429","title":"A Haunting at Holkham","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe thrilling new novel from the unforgettable author of \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller \u003ci\u003eWhatever Next?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'[A] winning, well-plotted read... the mystery's denouement at the dance makes a \u003cb\u003eglamorous and dramatic\u003c\/b\u003e conclusion' \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJanuary 1950.\u003c\/b\u003e Lady Anne Coke, daughter of the 5th Earl of Leicester, is in Scunthorpe on a business trip when she is called home after a sudden death in the family. She returns to Holkham Hall to discover a mystery: her beloved grandfather has been found dead at the bottom of a flight of stairs with a valuable piece of jewellery in his pocket. No one can find a cause of death, and some even suspect foul play from the ghost who supposedly haunts the house. But Anne's suspicions are aroused; she grew close to her grandfather when they lived together during the war and she is determined to discover the truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDuring World War II,\u003c\/b\u003e Holkham Hall was an army base with large sections out of bounds, and 11-year-old Anne was in the care of a new governess, whom she hated and believed to be deceitful. Although she had been told to stay away from certain parts of the house, Anne used the secret passageways and the cellars to move around unnoticed. And something she saw then could unlock the mystery of her grandfather's death now...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull of rich historical detail, this is a gripping novel of wartime secrets, intrigue and deceit.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A breezily entertaining read from the author of \u003ci\u003eLady In Waiting\u003c\/i\u003e, with \u003cb\u003eclever plotting and a beautiful setting\u003c\/b\u003e' \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunday Express\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Stirring story of \u003cb\u003ewartime secrets and intrigue\u003c\/b\u003e' \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Clever plotting' \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eDaily Mirror\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Delightfully intriguing' \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeterborough Telegraph\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e'\u003cb\u003eThrilling...\u003c\/b\u003e The atmosphere is perfect, the anxieties and fears of the young Anne are particularly realistic, and the mystery is the perfect riddle. This is a superb story, told with verve and love' \u003cb\u003eBooks-monthly.co.uk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46799702753516,"sku":"9781529336429","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781529336429.jpg?v=1757247279"},{"product_id":"a-haunting-at-holkham-by-anne-glenconner-9781529336412","title":"A Haunting at Holkham","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe thrilling new novel from the acclaimed author of \u003ci\u003eMurder on Mustique\u003c\/i\u003e, based on the childhood described in her international bestseller \u003ci\u003eLady in Waiting\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJanuary 1950.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lady Anne Coke, daughter of the 5th Earl of Leicester, is in Scunthorpe on a business trip when she is called home after a sudden death in the family. She returns to Holkham Hall to discover a mystery: her beloved grandfather has been found dead at the bottom of a flight of stairs with a valuable piece of jewellery in his pocket. No one can find a cause of death, and some even suspect foul play from the ghost who supposedly haunts the house. But Anne's suspicions are aroused; she grew close to her grandfather when they lived together during the war and she is determined to discover the truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuring World War II,\u003c\/strong\u003e Holkham Hall was an army base with large sections out of bounds, and 11-year-old Anne was in the care of a new governess, whom she hated and believed to be deceitful. Although she had been told to stay away from certain parts of the house, Anne used the secret passageways and the cellars to move around unnoticed. And something she saw then could unlock the mystery of her grandfather's death now...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull of rich historical detail, this is a gripping novel of wartime secrets, intrigue and deceit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46799702786284,"sku":"9781529336412","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/52e65381aec96316a0b78231cfc63666.jpg?v=1757270600"},{"product_id":"whatever-next-by-anne-glenconner-9781529397352","title":"Whatever Next?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'This second volume of memoirs is as fascinating as the first....full of wit, joy, vivid vignettes and useful insights...she has another bestseller on her hands' India Knight, \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'It's great to have another memoir from Lady Glenconner . . . as open-minded and entertaining as she clearly is' Lynn Barber, \u003ci\u003eSunday Telegraph\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A jolly anecdote for every day of the year and excellent advice' Hilary Rose, \u003ci\u003eThe Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'As glorious and highly readable as its predecessor - as well as being packed full of new stories' \u003ci\u003eipaper\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Full of eye-popping detail' Sophia Money-Coutts, \u003ci\u003eDaily Telegraph\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBracing honesty, rare insight and hilarious revelations from internationally bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eLADY IN WAITING\u003c\/i\u003e as she shares everything she's learned from her extraordinary and unexpected life.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnne Glenconner's glittering life hasn't always been golden. As she revealed in her astonishing bestselling memoir \u003ci\u003eLady in Waiting\u003c\/i\u003e, it has been one of stark contrasts - from growing up in the splendour of Holkham Hall to living in a tent in the jungle of Mustique, from travelling the world with Princess Margaret to coping with her wildly unpredictable husband Lord Glenconner. Tragically, she has also survived the loss of two of her sons and nursed a third son back from a coma.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNow in her ninetieth year, and at her happiest, Anne brings her bracing honesty, characteristic wit and courage to reflect on and reveal more about her long and unexpected life, her extremely volatile marriage, and what it's taught her.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAs a wife, she became a master in the art of keeping the peace, knowing when to pick her battles, when she needed help - and when to take a lover. As a hostess, she acquired great practical skills in throwing marvellous parties and looking after magnificent homes, and, as a lady in waiting, became well versed in diplomacy and etiquette. It was as a mother she learnt the toughest lessons of all, and through them the value of friendship, family, and laughter to get her through the worst moments in life, as well as celebrate the best of them.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnne Glenconner's \u003ci\u003eWhatever Next\u003c\/i\u003e is the richly entertaining proof that staying open to every new adventure and being ready for whatever happens sets an inspiring example for us all.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46834184618220,"sku":"9781529397352","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14395243482732.jpg?v=1758497758"},{"product_id":"manners-and-mischief-by-anne-glenconner-9781835014677","title":"Manners and Mischief","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilled with sparkling anecdotes and tales of living life to the full, featuring previously unseen photographs from Lady Glenconner's personal collection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLady Anne Glenconner, Lady-in-Waiting to Princess Margaret and Maid of Honour at the Queen's Coronation, returns with a rich, sparkling memoir told through an A to Z of her life. From affairs of the heart and Basil's Bar to dinners with the King and the art of entertaining, each chapter reveals a vivid moment of joy, mischief or resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether offering tips on getting out of the bath with grace, or how to lose at cards with Princess Margaret, she shares wisdom and memory in equal measure. \u003cem\u003eManners and Mischief\u003c\/em\u003e is a love letter to a disappearing world and a reminder that life, at any age, should be faced with laughter, a stiff upper lip, and the odd vodka tonic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46951317569772,"sku":"9781835014677","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9217383482841.jpg?v=1762319440"},{"product_id":"manners-and-mischief-by-anne-glenconner-9781835015780","title":"Manners and Mischief","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilled with sparkling anecdotes and tales of living life to the full, featuring previously unseen photographs from Lady Glenconner's personal collection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLady Anne Glenconner, Lady-in-Waiting to Princess Margaret and Maid of Honour at the Queen's Coronation, returns with a rich, sparkling memoir told through an A to Z of her life. From affairs of the heart and Basil's Bar to dinners with the King and the art of entertaining each chapter reveals a vivid moment of joy, mischief or resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether offering tips on getting out of the bath with grace, or how to lose at cards with Princess Margaret, she shares wisdom and memory in equal measure. This book is a love letter to a disappearing world and a reminder that life, at any age, should be faced with laughter, a stiff upper lip, and the odd vodka tonic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47974276366572,"sku":"9781835015780","price":28.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781835015780-manners-and-mischief.jpg?v=1784599822"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/anne-glenconner.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}