Edward Viii

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The narrative explores the troubled upbringing of Edward, the Prince of Wales, who faces emotional neglect from his parents, King George V and Queen Mary. His father's authoritarian demeanor instills fear, while his mother's coldness leaves him isolated. As Edward matures, the scars of his childhood manifest in a tumultuous adult life marked by numerous affairs with married women and a deep-seated disdain for the external world. This psychological portrait delves into the lasting impact of familial relationships on personal choices.