Inside the Life of Elizabeth II
Royal biographer Robert Hardman explores the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II at RSA House, marking the centenary of her birth with new revelations.
Why we picked this
Robert Hardman has had more access to the inner workings of the monarchy than almost any living journalist. This is biography as institutional history: duty, character, and quiet influence across a century.
Acclaimed royal biographer Robert Hardman takes to the stage at the Royal Society of Arts for an evening exploring the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, timed to the centenary of her birth. Drawing on his new book ELIZABETH II, Hardman offers what is described as a subtle and revealing portrait of the woman behind the crown.
The discussion covers the Queen’s formative years, her leadership across a changing century, and her quiet but influential presence within the RSA itself. This is less royal pageantry than an intimate examination of duty, character, and the exercise of soft power over seven decades. Note: latecomers will not be admitted.