A historical and biographical account that traces the life of Queen Elizabeth II from her "classroom to coronation" by Marion Crawford, governess to Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret. There's behind-the-scenes glimpses into the daily lives, education, and personalities of the young princesses; anecdotes and events from Elizabeth's youth that prepared her for her ultimate role as monarch and a detailed look at the lead-up to Elizabeth II's historic coronation ceremony, reflecting on the traditions and solemnity of the event.  

 Written by the woman affectionately known as "Crawfie," who spent 17 years in the royal household, the book was highly revealing for its time. While it served as a celebratory biography for the 1953 coronation, Crawford's history of writing about the royals ultimately led to her complete estrangement from the British Royal family. Illustrated with archival photos.

2nd impression of 1st edition by George Newnes 1953; dust jacket is not price clipped with small areas of wear and two small tears neatly repaired; previous owner;s name to free front endpaper; tightly bound  and clean within; SCARCE TITLE