with Robert Lacey. Six films on the noble families of Europe
Germany: Prince Johannes von Thurn und Taxis
Prince Johannes, business tycoon, reformed playboy and zealous protector of the family line, is also the largest landowner in West Germany. He gave up a rakish private life three years ago to marry the vivacious Princess Gloria, 34 years his junior.
As the head of a powerful business empire, he has made enemies: that's why he rides between his 11 palaces at 100 miles an hour in a bullet-proof car.
Robert Lacey asks how Prince Johannes will keep up the traditions of a family which made its fortune as postmen to the Holy Roman Empire.
The new Princess von Thum und Taxis speaks frankly about life.
Series producer JOHN BIRD Producer ANN PAUL