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Writing the history of the modern monarchy

Writing the history of the modern monarchy

Professor Philip Murphy offers his views on why telling the recent history of Britain’s monarchy is so complicated – and the tensions between scholars and the crown

Matt Elton

Published: November 12, 2022 at 1:11 PM

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Recent years have seen a flurry of historical dramas and documentaries surrounding the modern monarchy, with historians and commentators debating whether or not they offer a fair depiction of the royal family – and whether or not it matters. But, how do scholars go about researching the full story of what happened during the Queen’s long reign? In conversation with Matt Elton, Professor Philip Murphy offers his views on why telling the recent history of Britain’s monarchy is so complicated.

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Matt EltonPodcast editor

Matt Elton is the podcast editor at HistoryExtra