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EXCLUSIVE: After the success of Queen Camilla's second Reading Room Festival, top royal experts reflect on how the escape provided by literature has been a salvation for the Queen
Proving that the Queen is thoroughly in touch with every element of the charity’s work, Vicki adds, “We live in a world where last year half the UK adult population didn't read a single book in 12 months. Miriam Margoyles during her performance as she looked at some of Charles Dickens' most famous characters (Image: 2024 Getty Images)The day ended in spectacular fashion as Miriam Margoyles took to the main stage in one of the Palace’s atmospheric Tudor courtyards to deliver Dickens-themed readings alongside other stars including Miranda actress Patricia Hodge, Tipping The Velvet’s Rachael Stirling, Doctor Who’s Karl Collins, and Game of Thrones’ Julian Glover. There were roars of laughter as Miriam expertly brought the Oliver Twist characters of Mr Bumble and Mrs Corney alive, before switching effortlessly to take on the reclusive and cruel persona of Miss Havisham from Great Expectations.
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