This enlarged and revised edition of the classic guide first published in 1966, provides insights into the history and rich heritage of England and Great Britain through the lives of all the monarchs, from the early Saxons to Elizabeth II. The character of every monarch is discussed, together with the principal events of their reign. For easy reference, each section begins with a listing of all the essential facts and dates, including key biographical details. Successive royal dynasties are clearly indicated, with genealogical trees to show how the hereditary line has been perpetuated. In addition, the reader finds out about the British royal family today, their response to recent changes, challenges and tragedy, including the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, and the reaction of the British people.
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I thoroughly enjoyed Delderfield's book on the kings and queens of England and Great Britain. He's laid out the geneology in a flowing, concise way, offering tidbits of fact for each monarch. Sometimes sounding almost gossipy, Delderfield knows his subject. The photographs made a nice counterpoint to the prose, giving me a feel for the reality of all mentioned.A good book for a condensed overview of English royalty.
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I originally purchased the paperback edition of this book and have regularly used it as a quick reference source for English history. This version is larger and thus is more suited to a bookshelf than carrying in a bag for quick reference. There are many more illustrations and photos than the paperback including quite a few in colour. Many of the sections have been expanded, especially those relating to the current monarch. I think either of these books would be a good basic text, not just on the British Monarchy but also British History in general.
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