The Crown: The Official History Behind the Hit Netflix Series by Robert Lacey - Non Fiction - Paperback

Details. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9781788701822. Publisher: Blink Publishing. Age Range: Adult. Overview. Discover the true history behind Netflix's award-winning drama The Crown in this compelling companion by the show's own historical consultant, Robert Lacey. Covering the pivotal years of 1956 to 1977, this official history unpicks fact from fiction across two of the most turbulent decades of Queen Elizabeth II's reign. Meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated, it's essential reading for royal history enthusiasts and fans of the series alike, offering fresh insight into the personal and political dramas that shaped the modern monarchy.. About the Book. Written by Robert Lacey, the historical consultant behind Netflix's The Crown, this official companion volume delves into the real events that inspired the second and third seasons of the acclaimed series. Spanning 1956 to 1977, Lacey guides readers through a turbulent chapter of British history, examining how global and domestic crises intertwined with the private life of the young Queen. From the Suez Canal Crisis and the fierce US/Russia space race, to the uncomfortable legacy of the Duke of Windsor's wartime dealings with Hitler, and the persistent rumours surrounding the royal marriage, this book pulls back the curtain on the decades depicted on screen. Extensively researched and featuring beautifully reproduced photographs throughout, it stands as both a rigorous historical record and an engaging read for anyone who has been captivated by the Netflix drama. Lacey's unique access and decades of expertise on the Queen and the royal family bring authority and colour to every chapter, making this far more than a simple tie-in - it's a genuinely revealing work of royal and social history in its own right. Readers come away with a richer understanding of how the private struggles and public duties of Elizabeth II collided during some of the most defining years of her reign, and how