Helen Cathcart Boeken

- An updated edition of the sell-out book covering London's most exciting food scene - with 20 new places - The first edition, East London Food ISBN 9781910566053 has sold over 9,000 copies Following the success of the original East London Food, this second volume features 20 new culinary hotspots in London's most progressive, diverse neighborhood. Since the first edition was published, East London has become firmly established world over for its abundance of gastronomic talent. The book includes more than 40 profiles of top chefs, young producers and bold entrepreneurs at the heart of a culinary phenomenon - from Michelin-starred chefs and specialist butchers to wild foragers and urban beekeepers. With in-depth interviews and stunning photography, this book guides you on where to go, what to eat and how to cook it at home (thanks to a pull-out booklet with recipes from the chefs).

The evolution of the Princess Royal title is explored through the life of Princess Anne, the current holder. The narrative draws on royal letters and journals to depict her journey from a playful child to a dedicated champion rider and advocate for various causes. It highlights significant events, including royal engagements, a relationship with a Dragoon, and a harrowing kidnapping attempt. This account not only showcases her personal achievements but also reflects the responsibilities and expectations that have shaped the role over generations.

Ideal for readers of Hugo Vickers, Philip Ziegler and James Pope-Hennessey.Affectionately known as the Queen Mother, she was born a commoner and never expected to be Queen. Yet, her life was forever changed with the abdication of her brother-in-law, Edward VIII, and she rose to become one of the most popular royal figures.Helen Cathcart’s fascinatingly intimate account charts the life of Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, from her birth and early years to her courtship and marriage to the second son of King George V and Queen Mary, through the abdication crisis and later period as Queen consort, before giving insight into the first forty years of her life as Queen Mother after her daughter, Elizabeth II, had ascended to the throne.During her long life the Queen Mother witnessed numerous challenges to her nation, including two world wars and the decline of British power, yet, as Cathcart reveals, she remained an unwavering pillar of support to both her husband and her daughter through these difficult times.Drawing information from family letters, royal journals and the personal recollections, The Queen Mother is an exceptionally detailed picture of one of the most influential women of the twentieth century.‘Helen Cathcart writes about royalty as if she were one of them’ – The Daily Mail‘the doyenne of royal biographers’ – The Daily Telegraph‘A tireless chronicler of royalty’ – The Guardian