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Lecture

Harry Mount
Why Does the British Monarchy Survive?

Wednesday 6.07.2022

Summary

A conversation between Tanya Gold and Harry Mount about the enduring relevance and survival of the British monarchy. They delve into various aspects, including the historical significance, public perception, and personal characteristics of Queen Elizabeth II. Their discussion explores the cultural, historical, and societal factors contributing to the monarchy’s enduring popularity, highlighting the Queen’s personal qualities, such as humility and sense of duty, as key elements in her long reign.

Harry Mount

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Harry Mount is the editor of Oldie magazine. He was a leader-writer and New York correspondent at the Daily Telegraph. His books include How England Made the English (2012) and Amo, Amas, Amat … and All That: How to Become a Latin Lover (2006).

Tanya Gold

an image of Tanya Gold

Tanya Gold is a freelance journalist. She writes for the Spectator, the New Statesman, Harper’s Magazine, the New York Times, and others. She won feature writer of the year at the 2009 British Press Awards and arts and culture story of the year at the 2015 Foreign Press Association Awards.