India Hicks in Athens to launch her book on her remarkable mother, Lady Pamela Hicks
India Hicks’ heartfelt tribute to her remarkable mother, Lady Pamela Hicks, offers an intimate window into an extraordinary life intertwined with history, royalty, and timeless elegance. Lady Pamela: My Mother’s Extraordinary Years as Daughter to the Viceroy of India, Lady-in-Waiting to the Queen, and Wife of David Hicks, is a visual biography that masterfully blends personal anecdotes, archival treasures, and stunning images to celebrate Lady Pamela’s journey as a daughter, wife, and witness to pivotal moments in the 20th century.
Born into the illustrious Mountbatten family, Lady Pamela—daughter of Lord Louis Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India—lived a life of privilege and purpose. From her upbringing in a dazzling world of aristocracy and celebrities to serving as a bridesmaid and lady-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth II, her story brims with historical resonance. Married to celebrated interior designer David Hicks, Lady Pamela built a life steeped in creativity, cultivating exquisite homes and gardens while raising her family amid tragedy and triumph.
India Hicks, a renowned designer in her own right, sifts through family archives to unveil previously unseen letters, photographs, and artifacts that capture the essence of her mother’s life. Highlights include poignant letters from the Queen, photographs of the gardens and estates that defined Lady Pamela’s style, and recollections of her transformative experiences during India’s independence, where she formed bonds with statesmen like Gandhi and Nehru.
For fans of royal history, style enthusiasts, and admirers of remarkable women, this richly illustrated memoir is both a history lesson and an ode to grace under extraordinary circumstances. Lady Pamela Hicks’s life, as celebrated in this affectionate chronicle, is a fascinating blend of aristocracy, artistry, and enduring strength.
India Hicks, model, businesswoman and humanitarian will be in Athens on December 11 at ThemisZ’s flagship store on Valaoritou to present her book, Lady Pamela: My Mother’s Extraordinary Years as Daughter to the Viceroy of India, Lady-in-
Waiting to the Queen, and Wife of David Hicks. The book signing will be followed by a champagne reception.
Lady Pamela by India Hicks (Rizzoli, 2024. 60 euros). Join India Hicks for an afternoon of bubblies and book signing on Wednesday 11 December from 4pm to 8pm, at the THEMIS • Z FLAGSHIP STORE on Valaoritou 17, Athens. Valet Parking available on Amerikis & Valaoritou.
