Description
Book SynopsisAt the age of twenty-one, the future Prince Philip wrote to a relative: 'I know you will never think much of me. I am rude and unmannerly.' This affectionate compendium, brings together many known and less well-known stories about the prince, giving an insight into the royal world where he 'traipses around' rather than being professionally qualified in 'something'. From his constantly forthright speech-making, to his fearless mocking of official ceremonies, to his teasing of Her Majesty herself, here is a truly rude celebration of daily life in royal circles.
Trade ReviewTHE TIMES Diary Book of the Week; TELEGRAPH ‘By far the funniest… a celebration.’; EAST ANGLIA DAILY NEWS ‘Affectionate.’; NORTHERN ECHO ‘Absolutely hilarious.’; EASTERN DAILY PRESS ‘You’ll be royally impressed.’; THE LADY ‘Priceless gems.’; ABERDEEN EVENING PRESS ‘Amusing.’
Table of ContentsPhilip on Philip The Queen’s Business Education The Sporting Life Official Duties Industry and Science Travel Lady Folk Arts and Entertainment Food and Drink All Creatures Great and Small The Environment and Overpopulation Politics and Officialdom Theology and Religion Professional Bodies The Youth of Today Public Speaking North of the Border Johnny Foreigner More Princely Antipodean Balls The Press and Media Finale Biography
