"When Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was born in 1926, no one ever thought that she would one day become queen. Readers will find out how a strange twist of events changed the line of succession in the British royal family, putting Elizabeth in line for the throne. They will also find out what Elizabeth's early life was like and how the United Kingdom has changed under her rule." .

A princess is born -- Rising to the challenge -- The queen and parliament -- Family and country -- A modern monarch -- True statistics.