Prince William and Kate Middleton are still busy at work despite the coronavirus outbreak and the United Kingdom lockdown. The royal couple showed their support to a Public Health England initiative to boost the nation's mental health during the pandemic. So, they shared a couple of photos of their respective work desks at their home in Kensington Palace, where the Duchess of Cambridge showed her impressive book collection and the Duke of Cambridge is just like everyone who has a huge printer.
The future queen consort impressed not just royal fans but bookworms alike with her stunning collection of Penguin Clothbound Classics. According to Hello! Magazine¸ each book is designed by Coralie Bickford-Smith and cost around £11 per book if bought in a bundle of three, which is at £33.
The books are neatly stacked together on Kate Middleton's desk, while she was busy talking on the phone. The novels in question include the popular classics, like A Christmas Carol and Other Christmas Writings, Sense and Sensibility, Picture of Dorian Grey, The Hound of the Baskervilles and The Odyssey.
It has been known that Prince William and Kate Middleton, along with their kids, are all avid book readers. The future king even revealed that his kids loved Julia Donaldson's Room On The Broom. In a visit to South Wales earlier this year, he said that he read this book to his children all the time.
Prince William also met Donaldson when she received her CBE for her contribution to literature and asked her if she had any idea how many parents she managed to save at bedtime. Her other book, The Gruffalo, is also a daily read in the Cambridges' household.
Also, in his photo, he showed the bulk printer he has on his work desk. Although his table is in front of a lavish marble fireplace, Prince William proved he is just like the rest of the working class who needs to use a large printer for work.
In the caption, the two said that they understand how self-isolation and social distance could take its toll on everyone's mental health. So, they have been in constant talk with organizations and patronages to know more about the issues everybody is facing during the coronavirus outbreak.
Prince William already phoned Mind Charity CEO Paul Farmer, while Kate Middleton talked to Place2Be CEO Catherine Roche to discuss the issue. Now, Public Health England released new guidance that would help people during the coronavirus pandemic. It also updated its Every Mind Matters platform that advises about how to maintain good mental wellbeing during the outbreak.
