Kings and Queens of England and Scotland: An Illustrated History of Britain's Royal Heritage

by Plantagenet Somerset Fry (Author)

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  Hardcover
  1990

  $4.47

  A visual approach to 1000 years of British history, history of the Royal Family from Saxon times to the present day, including a year-by-year chronological listing of the major events of each reign. The book contains special feature pages concentrating on the outstanding dramas and events in royal history and personal details of each monarch as well as the political events they determined. The author also wrote Children's History of the World

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  Paperback
  2006

  $3.25

  Don't know your Albert from your Ethelred? Which Henry had six wives, and which was crowned at eight years old? This essential guide will sort your Tudors from your Stuarts, and help you to discover how each monarch helped to shape the country we live in today. Easy to read biographies of each Sovereign highlight key dates and achievements. Kings and Queens is suitable for those just beginning their journey into royal history, or for those who simply want to check their facts.

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  Hardcover
  1998

  $3.25

  Detailing the major events of English and Scottish history, this book describes English events such as the Battle of Hastings, the Spanish Armada and the Civil War, alongside the private lives of each monarch. The parallel history of the Scottish monarchy is also detailed, from Kenneth MacAlpin in 843 to James VI in 1603, and events in Wales and Ireland are covered. Throughout the book, a chronology covers the major events of each monarch's reign, and family trees show the line of succession to the throne over the centuries.