At Home with the Queen
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Author Description
Behind the scenes of the private world at the heart of royalty, as revealed by a distinguished royal commentator. This is the real story of what goes on inside the royal palaces, as witnessed by members of the royal staff and household past and present. Buckingham Palace is effectively an independent kingdom with its own rules and customs, now explained by Brian Hoey. Hundreds of anecdotes reveal the conditions in which the staff live and work and also their relationship with the Royals they serve.How does one get a job as personal footman to the Queen? Why does Prince Charles still have to send a note to her Page of the Backstairs requesting a meeting with his mother? How much do members of the household earn? Why does the Queen hate men in three-piece suits? Why are the Queen's bedsheets six inches longer than Prince Philip's? Why do her maids have to vacuum walking backwards? Why doesn't the Queen allow square ice-cubes to be put in her drinks?
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the intricate, often rigid, and highly private operational protocols that govern the daily lives of the British Royal Family and their extensive household staff. Brian Hoey, a veteran royal commentator, synthesizes decades of observations and firsthand accounts from former and current palace employees to demystify the inner workings of Buckingham Palace. The text argues that the monarchy functions as a distinct, self-contained society defined by centuries-old customs, strict hierarchies, and idiosyncratic personal preferences that remain largely hidden from the public eye.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed accounts of the hierarchical structure and daily duties of royal household staff.
- Anecdotal evidence regarding the specific personal habits and preferences of the Queen and other family members.
- Historical context on the evolution of palace etiquette and administrative rules.
- Insights into the recruitment and working conditions of those employed within the royal residences.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The text offers a detailed, anecdotal look at the logistical realities of royal life, providing a perspective that is accessible to general readers interested in the monarchy. Its focus on the minutiae of palace operations suggests a work intended for those seeking a behind-the-scenes view rather than a formal academic analysis.
Page Count:
317
Publication Date:
2003-01-01
Publisher:
HarperCollins
ISBN-10:
0007126190
ISBN-13:
9780007126194
Biography
Travel
History
Sociology
Royalty
British History
Europe
20th Century
Great Britain
Biography Autobiography
Social History
Social Science
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