{"title":"Clive Irving","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Clive Irving collection, where you can explore the insightful works of this distinguished author. Clive Irving has built a reputation for crafting compelling narratives that delve into the intricate lives of his subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe standout piece in this collection, \u003cem\u003eThe Last Queen\u003c\/em\u003e, is a captivating biography that provides a nuanced exploration of Queen Elizabeth II's life and reign. With Irving's keen eye for detail and his engaging narrative style, this book offers an intimate look at one of the world's most enduring monarchs, combining rich historical context with personal insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClive Irving's works, predominantly falling under Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, are acclaimed for their depth, clarity, and thought-provoking presentation. Through his meticulous research and storytelling prowess, Irving invites readers to not only learn about the figures he profiles but also to understand them on a deeper level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection is perfect for those who love history, royal intrigue, or simply enjoy a well-told true story. Dive into the compelling world of Clive Irving and discover the fascinating lives his books so vividly depict.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-last-queen-by-clive-irving-9781785907302","title":"The Last Queen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2020, the Queen finally appeared to be at ease in the modern world, helped by the new generation of Windsors. However, things took a turn when Harry and Meghan announced their departure from 'The Firm'. Additionally, Prince Andrew was relieved of his duties following revelations of his involvement with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, inflamed by a disastrous TV interview. Suddenly, the Faustian bargain the royal family had struck with the media to ensure their survival seemed perilously close to breaking point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough Clive Irving's unique insight, we delve behind the facade to uncover a fragile institution that owes its continued existence to one extraordinarily dutiful matriarch. Part biography, part meditation on a changing society, \u003ci\u003eThe Last Queen\u003c\/i\u003e poses the question: how long can the House of Windsor survive beyond the reign of Elizabeth II?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning in 1936, with the abdication of Edward VIII, Irving traces Elizabeth and her family's struggle to endure amidst unprecedented changes in attitudes towards the monarchy. This story is sharpened by the critical eye of an investigative reporter who has been close to the action since the very beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846408458476,"sku":"9781785907302","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23687853482823.jpg?v=1758909492"},{"product_id":"the-last-queen-by-clive-irving-9781785905551","title":"The Last Queen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2020, the Queen finally appeared to be at ease in the modern world, helped by the new generation of Windsors. But then Harry and Meghan announced that they were leaving \"The Firm,\" and Prince Andrew was relieved of his duties following revelations of his involvement with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, inflamed by a car-crash TV interview. Suddenly, the Faustian bargain the royal family had struck with the media to ensure their survival had never seemed so close to breaking point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHere, through Clive Irving's unique insight, we look behind the facade to find a fragile institution which owes its continued existence to one extraordinarily dutiful matriarch. Part biography, part meditation on a changing society, \u003ci\u003eThe Last Queen\u003c\/i\u003e asks: how long can the House of Windsor survive beyond the reign of Elizabeth II?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePicking up his tale in 1936, with the abdication of Edward VIII, Irving follows Elizabeth and her family's struggle to survive in the face of unprecedented changes in attitudes towards the monarchy—a story honed by the critical eye of an investigative reporter who has been close to the action since the very beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846410719468,"sku":"9781785905551","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23670343482823.jpg?v=1758909564"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/clive-irving.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}