Cart
Free Shipping in the UK
Proud to be B-Corp

Chequers Norma Major

Chequers By Norma Major

Chequers by Norma Major


£3.50
New RRP £19.99
Condition - Like New
Only 1 left

Summary

Take a through-the-keyhole tour of the magnificent country estate of Chequers, where British prime ministers through the decades have spent time relaxing. Featuring both period and modern photographs, the book also offers Norma Major's expansive account of events and experiences at the house.

Chequers Summary

Chequers: The Prime Minister's Country House and Its History by Norma Major

Take a through-the-keyhole tour of the magnificent country estate of Chequers, where British prime ministers through the decades have spent time relaxing. Stroll through the rose gardens, enjoy the private art collection and admire the ornate rooms and magnificent interiors furnished with fine antiques and steeped in history. Featuring both period and modern photographs, specially commissioned and taken by leading architectural photographer Mark Fiennes, this is a full-colour book. In addition to the visual pleasures Chequers provides, Norma Major offers an expansive account of the house itself, which details numorous events and experiences and adds colour to the overall story of this beautiful house's occupation by renowned political figures.

About Norma Major

Norma Major's first book, a biography of the opera singer Joan Sutherland, was published to great acclaim in 1987. Her time spent at Chequers during her husband's term as Prime Minister (1990-1997) gave her a unique opportunity to research and write this book.

Additional information

GOR010772150
9780316858441
0316858447
Chequers: The Prime Minister's Country House and Its History by Norma Major
Used - Like New
Paperback
Little, Brown & Company
20010920
288
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

Customer Reviews - Chequers