Ma’am Darling: 99 Glimpses of Princess Margaret
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Britain • 20th century
2017
Adult
18+ years
Ma’am Darling: 99 Glimpses of Princess Margaret by Craig Brown offers a unique portrait of Princess Margaret through a series of vignettes. The book combines personal anecdotes, historical facts, and imaginative scenarios, providing readers with varied perspectives on the princess's life, character, and influence within the British royal family.
Informative
Humorous
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
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Ma’am Darling: 99 Glimpses of Princess Margaret by Craig Brown offers a captivating and unconventional portrait of Princess Margaret. The book's fragmented style and wit are praised for providing an entertaining and insightful look into her life. However, some readers may find the narrative disjointed. Overall, it's an engaging and humorous exploration of a royal figure.
Readers who relish royal intrigue and witty biographical anecdotes similar to Tina Brown's The Diana Chronicles will enjoy Ma’am Darling: 99 Glimpses of Princess Margaret. This book appeals to those intrigued by British royalty, personal vignettes, and the complexity of celebrity life.
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Ma’am Darling: 99 Glimpses of Princess Margaret by Craig Brown combines biography with imaginative fiction, offering readers an innovative and entertaining way to explore the life of Princess Margaret.
The book features a unique narrative style, with 99 distinct chapters or "glimpses" that include essays, poetry, diary entries, and even gossip, painting a multifaceted portrait of the princess and her era.
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Craig Brown's book won the 2018 James Tait Black Memorial Prize for Biography, highlighting its critical acclaim and contribution to biographical literature.
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433
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Britain • 20th century
2017
Adult
18+ years
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