Today’s post deviates from my holiday theme for Blogmas, but I am very excited to share it nevertheless. If you do not know, my academic research is focused on the history of monarchy- particularly the modern Canadian and British monarchies. I presented at a conference in the summer where I discussed the two Queens who reigned for the majority of Canada’s lifespan. In addition to that, I also have an article included in a special collection in the Royal Studies Journal, looking at Prince Philip’s life and legacy. And it is finally available for wider reading!
The History of Modern Monarchy
Working in the history of modern monarchy can be somewhat difficult. On the positive side, very little work has been done, so you do not need to worry about retreading another scholar’s work. On the more difficult side, finding and verifying sources can be a challenge. (Especially when you move in the last four to five decades.) It is endlessly fascinating for me, though, and I am more than appreciative of the opportunities available.
“Studying Prince Philip: His Life and Legacy in Contexts”
I have contributed a piece on Prince Philip’s relationship with Canada to “Studying Prince Philip: His Life and Legacy in Contexts”. The Duke of Edinburgh’s relationship with Canada was complex; he visited Canada continuously throughout his adult life, but various comments and soundbites have given many different impressions over the years.
There are also five other fantastic pieces examining different aspects of Philip’s life, including looking at portrayals of him on screen, his role in foreign policy, his relationship with Land Rover, as well as two pieces looking at earlier Imperial history.
You can find the article here: https://www.rsj.winchester.ac.uk/articles/10.21039/rsj.372/. (The download link is in the upper-right corner.) This is free for anyone to download and read!
I hope you download and enjoy “Studying Prince Philip!
Cheers,
The Historian
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