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Diana

By: Andrew Morton
Narrated by: Caroline Langrishe, Michael Maloney, Andrew Morton, Jennie Bond
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Publisher's Summary

This exclusive edition features an introduction narrated by the author, and an interview between Andrew Morton and celebrated royal correspondent Jennie Bond.

A reissue of this classic title, updated with never-before-published material from the original taped interviews and with a new introduction by Andrew Morton that reflects on the extraordinary circumstances surrounding the original publication of Diana: Her True Story.

One of the world's best-known biographers, Andrew Morton's groundbreaking and controversial biography Diana: Her True Story changed the public's perception of the British monarchy and became an instant global best seller. When it was first published, the original book was met with abuse and criticism from the disbelieving British establishment and mass media. At the time Diana's collaboration with Morton was a closely guarded secret. It was only in 1997, months after her tragic death, that Morton revealed how the princess was the hidden hand behind the most controversial royal book of all time.

In raw and revealing tape recordings, Diana exposed the sham of her marriage to future king Prince Charles, her eating disorders, her suicide attempts as well as her hope and faith in a happier future. This was royalty unplugged and uncensored, the princess talking candidly about her whole life, from her unhappy childhood to her time inside the royal family.

Sadly a life of such promise was cut short in an underpass in Paris. As a result Diana: Her True Story - in Her Own Words remains her one true testament, the nearest we will ever come to her autobiography. This new and revised edition reflects on the extraordinary circumstances surrounding the original publication as well as Diana's long-term legacy, particularly the lives of her two sons, Princes William and Harry.

©1992 Andrew Morton (P)2017 Audible, Ltd

Critic Reviews

"A fascinating book full of new insights into the life and times of Diana.... Deeply personal, candid and sometimes shocking." ( The Sunday Times)
"A devastatingly and intensely personal account." ( The Independent)
"The definitive account of royalty in the late twentieth century." ( The Sun)

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Intrigued and clarity.

Glad to have read after the event and have some perspective. Good read.and portrayal of Diana and to hear her words. Truly amazing human /mother / icon in one.

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a good insight

I liked the insight though I found it interesting that they said "this is the recordings of the interviews with Diana" but then didn't use the actual recordings.

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A classic that I could listen to over and over again.

This ground breaking bio is still worthy of all the controversy it’s release caused almost 30 years ago. If you’re of the younger generation that has been introduced to Diana’s story through watching The Crown, this is the much needed back story you need to hear. Morton’s narration is emotive and quite good for someone who is not a professional voiceover artist.

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Inspirational , insightful, direct and sad story!

For all the good she did it is so sad to think she never got her happy ever after fairytale! Fantastic book, loved it and can’t wait to read Harry’s book next!

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the peoples princess

a truely sad and moving story of a lady who touched many people and made them feel
they were not forgotten

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great narration by all parties

great narration by all. well written and researched. a respectful telling of her life. great book.

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Disappointed

I was expecting so much more of this book - particularly given the passage of time, and the addendum.
However, it was rambling, repetitive and really wasn't written to any sort of plan. I didn't find any of it factual or informative.

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Refreshing to hear the truth

Very relevant and insightful. Excellent to have truthful writers unmasking the stale, cruel, disconnected, cold and harsh nature of this very much ancient and decrepit institution. Diana was the antidote to all that within the “royal” family, whose behaviour was anything but royal. Their machine chewed her up and spat her out and disregarded her contributions and her value. That’s what they are, nothing but a machine. I really appreciated how enlightening this book is. Thank you!

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Diana telling her story

I have loved Diana since I was 9yo. Seeing her picture in the paper holding two children. The following day seeing another and then another the day after that. I didn’t know kings queens princes and princesses were real. I followed her story as much as I could with the limited means of a nine year old. When she visited Australia in 1983, I got to meet her. When she died, I refused to believe it. I still refuse to believe it. She lives on in my heart, my memories. Hearing her words being read, I feel everyone around her just wanted her to marry Charles for their own selfish needs, not because it was going to do anything positive for her. The gaslighting is palpable. This included her family who seemed to have not supported her initially when she raised concerns, only after she died they all rallied around to get their heads on the telly and have their say. That support would have been beneficial during her life, not afterwards.
This book (which I’ve had for 20 years) was a great read. I really enjoy Andrew Morton’s style of writing. I would have enjoyed having him read it to me, and have Diana tell her little tidbits in her voice. If that was even able to be done. I didn’t realise Andrew was a journalist. He tells the good the bad and the ugly. It’s not opinion. He’s factual. While ever he writes books, I’ll always read them. (Or have them read to me.)

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How poorly she was treat, what a massive loss she is to the world

The book was a real look at how it was for her. I loved it all. Thank you

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