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Led by her yapping corgis to the Westminster traveling library outside Buckingham Palace, the Queen finds herself taking out a novel by Ivy Compton-Burnett. Duff read though it is, the following week her choice proves more enjoyable and awakens in Her Majesty a passion for reading so great that her public duties begin to suffer. And so, as she devours work by everyone from Hardy to Brookner to Proust to Beckett, her equerries conspire to bring the Queen's literary odyssey to a close.
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A royal's unexpected journey into the world of literature.
Who is this book for?
If you enjoy stories about personal growth and the transformative power of reading, you'll find The Uncommon Reader charming and insightful. It humorously explores how literature can unexpectedly influence even the most unlikely individuals, offering a delightful blend of wit and reflection. This book is perfect for those who appreciate the idea that books can open new worlds, even for a monarch.
