Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey
- Type: Books
- By: The Countess of Carnarvon
- Age Category: Adults
- Genre: Non-Fiction
- Recommended by: Jeff A.
- ISBN/UPC: 9780770435622 Check Catalog
Explore the real story behind Downton Abbey
Do you love the acclaimed PBS television show, Downton Abbey, as much I do? You’ll be captivated by this book about the Herbert family and the castle that inspired the writers of Downton Abbey. Discover the real life of Lady Almina as she climbs social ladder from being an illegitimate daughter to a wealthy heiress. Escape into her passion of nursing during the Great War and her husband’s quest to discover lost Egyptian relics, including the tomb of King Tutankhamen. Dive deeper into the relationships between Highclere’s servants and their Lord and Lady. This is a must read for those who want to learn more about the real Downton Abbey.