British Kings & Queens: a Thousand Years of Intrigue, Struggle, Passion and Power. Dieser Artikel ist nicht verfügbar.British Kings & Queens: a Thousand Years of Intrigue, Struggle, Passion and Power

Chronicling the bloody battles, beheadings, betrayals, and many other monumental moments from Britain’s historical kingdoms, this expansive history explores 1,000 years of British heritage?from the early Saxon and Danish kings to the present day. An accompanying time line and historic artwork re-create the atmosphere of the periods described, bringing history alive for children as plenty of lighthearted facts help keep their interest. Specific events that have changed the course of history are highlighted by a simple key system, combining comprehensive information with fun learning. Using the monarchs?from the great and the lion-hearted to the tyrannical and the devious?as the thread, this resource details key events from Britain’s past, while a royal family tree helps kids make connections through the generations.

John Guy studied medieval and Tudor history and is acknowledged as a leading authority on castles. He has written numerous books on historical subjects, including Egyptian Life and Henry VIII & His Six Wives.