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A Royal Duty (Hardcover)

by Paul Burrell (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Michael Joseph Ltd; 1st edition (25 Oct 2003)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0718147200
  • ISBN-13: 978-0718147204
  • Product Dimensions: 24.1 x 16.4 x 4.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 247,148 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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The untold story behind one of the most sensational chapters in the history of the House of Windsor. Paul Burrell fought to clear his own name. In this book he reveals truths about Princess Diana - and presents a faithful account of her thoughts. He was the favourite footman who formed a unique relationship with the Queen. He was the butler who the Princess of Wales called "my rock" and "the only man I can trust". He was accused of theft, then acquitted following the historic intervention of the monarch. He was the Princess' most intimate confidant - and may be the only person able to separate the myth from the truth of the Diana years.


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Paul Burrell was the Queen's footman and went on to be Princess Diana's butler. Described by her as "my rock" and "the only man I can trust", he was arrested and charged with theft of her posessions before being sensationally acquitted on the direct intervention of the Queen.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone should read this book!, 28 Jul 2005
By shimmytastic (Manchester) - See all my reviews
If, like me, you formed a negative opinion of Paul Burrell with everything you've seen in the media, I strongly suggest you read this book. Not only is it a fascinating insight into behind the scenes in the Royal Family, but you will also realise that the media has created a totally inaccurate impression of Paul Burrell and the content of his book. From reading this book, which was difficult to put down, the most significant impression I gained is that he cared deeply and sincerely about Diana, and that he has never stopped respecting her or the other members of the Royal Family. He is convincing and I hope his version of events is true, that the Queen and Prince Phillip were supportive and helpful to Diana and that she always maintained a good relationship with them. William and Harry found upsetting and shocking the part where Diana writes to Paul, saying she is scared someone is plotting her death in a car accident. I can understand that. That aside however, I cannot see what the fuss is about, this is a fantastic book, showing the Royal Family in a positive light, the kindness and humanity of the Queen and hard to see how the Royal Family were against this book. If anything, after reading it, I have more respect for them and am certainly more intrigued by them.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating read., 1 May 2005
By O. Doyle "celticshedevil" (Ireland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Royal Duty (Paperback)
I didn't know quite what to expect when I bought this book. When it was first released the media scrum made it sound like the ultimate betrayal to Diana and without knowing much about Paul Burrell I pre-judged him guilty on all counts. I'm fascinated by Diana and her life so I talked myself into getting this book just to see what all the fuss was about and to see if I could glean anything else about the princess from the man closest to her.

One thing I can guarantee you.....all that was written about this book being a 'betrayal' by the man closest to Diana is a load of rubbish! He has nothing but praise for 'The Boss', the Queen, Prince Philip, Prince Charles and William & Harry and although he shared private moments between himself and members of the royal family I don't see any evidence that he betrayed anyone.

Paul Burrell makes no secret of his feelings about the late princesses family and I for one agree that the Spencer family should be ashamed of their behaviour to Diana, her memory and her closes friends.

This book is indeed a tribute to Diana and it gives her adoring public one more insight into one of the most remarkable women ever born.

Well done Mr Burrell & best of luck to you and your family!

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Inside the Glamourous Shadows of KP and BP, 19 Nov 2005
By Rebecca Papin "Literary Connoisseur" (Paris, France) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Royal Duty (Paperback)
Royal butler Paul Burrell takes us into the glamorous shadows of Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace (BP and KP, as he calls them) and explains royal life from both sides of the throne. As fascinating as it is to learn of the daily intimacies that the Princess and Burrell shared, it is equally fascinating to learn of the protocol the royal servant had to endure in his early days. I read with great interest of how Paul and Maria were the first pair of royal servants to be allowed to get married, and how servants were supposed to be out of sight as much as possible, to the extent that they would hide in closets to avoid being seen by any member of the royal family as they were walking by. I read for the first time about the grace and favour apartments, how servants were requested not to look the royals in the eye, and how anyone who is not a HRH is required to courtsey or bow to those that are HRHs. I loved learning about all of the politics that go on "downstairs" and what all of the elaborate titles, such as Master of the Purse meant. I was also intrigued by the different dinner rooms they have at BP for different levels of servants. Absolutely fascinating. I loved hearing not only Diana's story being told in a fresh and informative light but also hearing Paul's story as well. I think it is a double treat to read about not only the life of Princess Diana but also a servant who rose from being a hotel assistant manager to the Royal Butler of not only Princess Diana, but also Queen Elizabeth. Burrell endured so much and made so many sacrifices to rise to the position of Royal Butler to Princess Diana, and it is absolutely fascinating to read about the Royal Family accusing him of stealing her records and other things, after all he did for Diana. This is one of the best books I have read in a long time and I am the better for having read it. I strongly recommend you read it too.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A great book
I have always been a die hard fan of Diana; she was a lovey women with a good heart and this book proves me right. A great book by Paul Burrell.
Published 16 days ago by BIG

4.0 out of 5 stars You Called?
This is the account of life below stairs and indeed above stairs by Princess Diana's butler. I am one of those rather uninterested in that not well educated young woman (and,... Read more
Published 1 month ago by ianrmillard

4.0 out of 5 stars A Royal Duty
A fascinating insight into the day to day lifestyle of the Royal family. There is little doubt that Paul Burrell was held in high esteem by most of the Royals and it is from this... Read more
Published 2 months ago by K. Dove

5.0 out of 5 stars IF YOU FORMED A NEGATIVE OPINION OF PAUL BURRELL
YOU WERE BANG ON RIGHT. IMO HE IS A SNEAK AND A LIAR AND THIS BOOK PROVES IT - AND IT IS WORTH 5 STARS SO EVERYONE CAN READ THIS BOOK AND `WATCH` HIM SHOOT HIMSELF IN THE FOOT... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Leeds lass

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book, a decent man, and a royal history
I started reading A Royal Duty after Christmas against the backdrop of the on-going Diana inquest, and the juxtaposition was very deliberate. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Flickster Burns

5.0 out of 5 stars If you want to know Diana...
There has been an awfully large amount of nasty vitriol poured on Paul Burrell's name in recent years. Read more
Published 22 months ago by A. H. Robinson

5.0 out of 5 stars A most fascinating insight into British royalty
Although I didn't expect to (after reading some of the media slurs), I found this book to be written with a fine touch - spellbinding and intriguing. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Jack Oliver

2.0 out of 5 stars Hard to get into
I found this book hard to get into which is a real shame because i was really looking forward to it. I found myself getting bored and not taking the words in. Read more
Published on 26 Oct 2007 by R. Armstrong

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT READ
Paul comes across as a genuinely great man with a terrific sense of humour. Paul always defends Princess Diana and remains faithful to protecting her good name... Read more
Published on 30 Aug 2006 by J. WALKER

5.0 out of 5 stars fab
FAB BOOK AND GREAT READ AND PLENTY OF GOSSIP IN IT. IF YOU ARE A ROYAL OR DIANA FAN ITS GREAT.
Published on 26 Jan 2006 by gem2302

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