Janet Morgan - Edwina Mountbatten A Life of Her Own
This is a compelling biography that delves into the life of Edwina Mountbatten, Countess Mountbatten of Burma. This book provides an intimate and detailed portrait of Edwina, exploring her complex personality, her influential role in British society, and her humanitarian work. Janet Morgan chronicles Edwina's privileged upbringing, her marriage to Lord Louis Mountbatten, and her transformation into a dedicated public servant. The biography highlights her contributions during World War II, her post-war efforts in India and Southeast Asia, and her enduring legacy. Through thorough research and engaging storytelling, Morgan offers readers a nuanced view of a remarkable woman who carved out a life of her own amidst the pressures of aristocracy and public expectation.
Hardcover
Condition: Excellent
ISBN: 0 00 217597 5
This is a compelling biography that delves into the life of Edwina Mountbatten, Countess Mountbatten of Burma. This book provides an intimate and detailed portrait of Edwina, exploring her complex personality, her influential role in British society, and her humanitarian work. Janet Morgan chronicles Edwina's privileged upbringing, her marriage to Lord Louis Mountbatten, and her transformation into a dedicated public servant. The biography highlights her contributions during World War II, her post-war efforts in India and Southeast Asia, and her enduring legacy. Through thorough research and engaging storytelling, Morgan offers readers a nuanced view of a remarkable woman who carved out a life of her own amidst the pressures of aristocracy and public expectation.
Hardcover
Condition: Excellent
ISBN: 0 00 217597 5
This is a compelling biography that delves into the life of Edwina Mountbatten, Countess Mountbatten of Burma. This book provides an intimate and detailed portrait of Edwina, exploring her complex personality, her influential role in British society, and her humanitarian work. Janet Morgan chronicles Edwina's privileged upbringing, her marriage to Lord Louis Mountbatten, and her transformation into a dedicated public servant. The biography highlights her contributions during World War II, her post-war efforts in India and Southeast Asia, and her enduring legacy. Through thorough research and engaging storytelling, Morgan offers readers a nuanced view of a remarkable woman who carved out a life of her own amidst the pressures of aristocracy and public expectation.
Hardcover
Condition: Excellent
ISBN: 0 00 217597 5