Ebook: Elizabeth II: the steadfast

Elizabeth II's personality and influence remain elusive. This book, by a senior politician who has spent significant periods of time in her company, and is also a distinguished historian, portrays her more credibly.;Machine generated contents note: ELIZABETH II -- 1. Lilibet -- 2. Princess in Uniform -- 3.A Monarch for Modern Times -- 4. Political Pitfalls -- 5. Royal Reserve -- 6.A Flower for the Queen -- 7. Farewell Britannia -- 8. Vox Populi -- 9. Crown and Commonwealth -- 10. Annus Horribilis -- 11.A Time for Rejoicing -- 12. Church and State -- 13. The Sport of Kings and Queens -- 14. The Centre Holds.