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The Kings and Queens of Britain
Clearly and concisely written for a broad introduction to the subject.
This book is up-to-date, covering Britain's current King, Charles III.
We are seeing a renewed interest in Britain's monarchy due to the upcoming coronation of King Charles III. For more than 1,000 years the British monarchy has dramatically shaped national and international history. Kings and queens have conquered territory, imposed religious change and extracted taxation, each with their own motivations and ambitions.
In this fascinating, up-to-date guide, Cath Senker delves into the extraordinary history of the British monarchy, from Alfred the Great in the 9th century to King Charles III. Key moments are explored, including the signing of the Magna Carta, the Battle of Hastings and the abdication of King Edward VIII, and the part they played in the rich tapestry of British history.
Featuring remarkable photographs, timelines and text boxes throughout, The Kings & Queens of Britain introduces a thousand-year history, providing rich biographical detail of Britain's remarkable monarchs.
This book is up-to-date, covering Britain's current King, Charles III.
We are seeing a renewed interest in Britain's monarchy due to the upcoming coronation of King Charles III. For more than 1,000 years the British monarchy has dramatically shaped national and international history. Kings and queens have conquered territory, imposed religious change and extracted taxation, each with their own motivations and ambitions.
In this fascinating, up-to-date guide, Cath Senker delves into the extraordinary history of the British monarchy, from Alfred the Great in the 9th century to King Charles III. Key moments are explored, including the signing of the Magna Carta, the Battle of Hastings and the abdication of King Edward VIII, and the part they played in the rich tapestry of British history.
Featuring remarkable photographs, timelines and text boxes throughout, The Kings & Queens of Britain introduces a thousand-year history, providing rich biographical detail of Britain's remarkable monarchs.
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256 pages, Paperback
Published April 4, 2023
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April 30, 2023
3.5 stars
I thought historians no longer stated that 3 groups of invader/settlers (she writes ..."Angles, Saxons and Jutes from northern Germany") came to the British Isles, but rather, historians today say these incoming peoples were made up of many smaller groups, and not just from northern Germany. Cath Senker writes in this book that this is what occurred.
Perhaps I've misunderstood what I've recently read? I've been trying to cram a LOT of history into my 65 year old brain and I feel certain there are glitches along the way. Not that my brain is feeble but it already contains rafts of stuff I won't toss.
I read the intro, skimmed the rest, and decided to shelve it for future reference. Not because of the Angles, Saxons, Jutes idea, but I have other books to use as reference which have more detail.
Overall, excellent use of notes and sources, including websites which have live links in my ebook copy, enough information to satisfy a junior high or high school teacher, and concise sentences. I have little patience for page long sentences that seem to have been ravaged all night by my marmalade cat Hector the Bruce.
I thought historians no longer stated that 3 groups of invader/settlers (she writes ..."Angles, Saxons and Jutes from northern Germany") came to the British Isles, but rather, historians today say these incoming peoples were made up of many smaller groups, and not just from northern Germany. Cath Senker writes in this book that this is what occurred.
Perhaps I've misunderstood what I've recently read? I've been trying to cram a LOT of history into my 65 year old brain and I feel certain there are glitches along the way. Not that my brain is feeble but it already contains rafts of stuff I won't toss.
I read the intro, skimmed the rest, and decided to shelve it for future reference. Not because of the Angles, Saxons, Jutes idea, but I have other books to use as reference which have more detail.
Overall, excellent use of notes and sources, including websites which have live links in my ebook copy, enough information to satisfy a junior high or high school teacher, and concise sentences. I have little patience for page long sentences that seem to have been ravaged all night by my marmalade cat Hector the Bruce.
May 29, 2025
Very succinct
Want to read
November 25, 2025Different cover image from my copy
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