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Royal reads: Books owned by British monarchs
A royal reading list truly fit for queens and kings
From our experts
From our experts
William Sessarakoo: the Royal African
One man’s journey from African prince through slavery into London high society
Immigration & Identity
Immigration & Identity
How Asian ayahs and amahs arrived in London
These nannies were some of the first Asian women to visit London in the 18th century
