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Lady in Waiting

By Lady Glenconner

Anne Glenconner tells the story of her life with disarming honesty, revealing her bravery, resilience and grace. An enlightening and emotional account of an extraordinary life.
~ Her Majesty Queen Camilla
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Featured in: Season 11

Publish Date: 2019

The remarkable life of Lady in Waiting to Princess Margaret who was also a Maid of Honour at the Queen’s Coronation. Anne Glenconner reveals her life of drama, tragedy and courage, with the wonderful wit and extraordinary resilience which define her.

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