"The marriage of Prince William to Catherine Middleton is one of the most significant royal events of recent times. As second in line to the throne, the elder son of the much mourned Diana, Princess of Wales carries the hopes and expectations of millions of people around the world. As a"commoner" who will become a princess, Catherine brings beauty and freshness to a very traditional union. William and Catherine: their lives, their wedding portrays the histories and characters of the couple, examining their intriguing romance, their engagement and the build-up to the big day itself, as well as covering the wedding in detail. Kate's emergence as a style queen, royal weddings past and present, what the future holds for the royal couple and every fascinating detail about the wedding of the year is explored in this handsome record of an event that will define the British royal family for a century"--Jacket.