Fiona Carnarvon

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1) Lady Almina and the real Downton Abbey: the lost legacy of Highclere Castle

Author

Carnarvon, Fiona

Language

English

Formats

Book, Audiobook CD

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Tells the story behind Highclere Castle, the real-life inspiration and setting for Julian Fellowes's Emmy Award-winning PBS show, and the life of one of its most famous inhabitants, Lady Almina, the 5th Countess of Carnarvon.

2) Lady Catherine, the Earl, and the real Downton Abbey

Author

Carnarvon, Fiona

Pub. Date

[2013]

Edition

First U.S. edition.

Language

English

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Using copious materials--including diaries and scrapbooks--from the castle's archives, the current Countess of Carnarvon tells the story of Catherine Wendell, the beautiful and spirited American woman who married Lady Almina's son, the man who would become the 6th Earl of Carnarvon, while paying particular attention to the staff who offer the Castle continuity between generations.

3) The earl and the pharaoh: from the real Downton Abbey to the discovery of Tutankhamun

Author

Carnarvon, Fiona

Pub. Date

[2022]

Language

English

Formats

Book, Audiobook CD

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"Bestselling author the Countess of Carnarvon tells the thrilling behind-the-scenes story of the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun on its centennial, and explores the unparalleled life of family ancestor George Herbert--the famed Egyptologist, world-traveler, and 5th Earl of Carnarvon behind it--whose country house, Highclere Castle, is the setting of the beloved series Downton Abbey. Drawing on Highclere Castle's archives, the Countess of Carnarvon...

4) Christmas at Highclere: recipes & traditions from the real Downton Abbey

Author

Carnarvon, Fiona

Pub. Date

2019.

Language

English

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Highclere Castle, known as 'the real Downton Abbey', bustles with activity at the best of times, but it is never more alive than at Christmas. Christmas at Highclere is a look behind the scenes at the routines and rituals that make the castle the most magical place to be throughout the festive season. Lady Carnarvon will guide you through Advent, Christmas preparations and Christmas Eve all the way through to the day itself, and beyond. Learn how...

5) At home at Highclere: entertaining at the real Downton Abbey

Author

Carnarvon, Fiona

Pub. Date

2017.

Language

English

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Lady Carnarvon's love of history is richly rewarded at Highclere Castle with its mine of family records going back some 300 years. She has delved into the archives to create a book that invites you inside the Castle, past and present. Throughout the centuries, Highclere has welcomed Royalty, Statesmen, Egyptologists and pioneers of technology along with men and women from the worlds of music, art and letters. The etiquette of the invitation, the balance...

6) The world's most amazing castles: 100 timeless treasures from around the globe

Author

Hueneke, Erika

Pub. Date

[2020]

Language

English

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"From Guinevere to Game of Thrones, from Dracula to Disney fairy tales, castles have captured the imagination of humankind for centuries. This exceptional bucket list travel guide takes the reader to the 100 most amazing castles across the globe, revealing their intriguing histories and must-see treasures."--provided by publisher.