Hicks, Lady Pamela
Daughter of Empire: Life as a Mountbatten
- ISBN 13:
- 9781780222844
- author:
- Hicks, Lady Pamela
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W&N
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, 1901 Onwards,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Born into one of Britain's grandest families, Pamela Mountbatten's childhood was a unique blend of luxury and isolation. As the daughter of Lord Louis and Edwina Mountbatten, she was often apart from her parents, who were duty-bound to carry out their public roles. This led to a solitary upbringing, where she found solace in books, riding, and playing with the family's exotic animals. Pamela's parents' vast social circle included royalty, film stars, and senior service officers, making her a witness to some of the 20th century's most fascinating figures. She recalls being invited to watch Noel Coward film, and receiving tea from Douglas Fairbanks Jr. The war years brought a new chapter in her life, as her parents served as the Last Viceroy and Vicereine of India. This experience sparked a lifelong love affair with the country and its people. This memoir offers a glimpse into Pamela's life, from her childhood in India to her coming of age in the post-war years. With its unique blend of luxury, isolation, and fascinating historical context, it is a captivating account of one woman's journey.
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