Illustrated Encyclopedia of Royal Britain

Hardback

Main Details

Title Illustrated Encyclopedia of Royal Britain
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Phillips Charles
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:512
Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 216
Category/GenreResidential buildings and domestic buildings
British and Irish History
ISBN/Barcode 9780754833673
ClassificationsDewey:941.0099
Audience
General
Illustrations Over 1000 photographs

Publishing Details

Publisher Anness Publishing
Imprint Lorenz Books
NZ Release Date 14 August 2017
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Explore the history of the British Isles in this celebrationof its monarchs, and the development of its finearchitectural legacy. The first half is a magnificentillustrated history of Britain's kings and queens, includingsuch internationally recognized characters as Henry VIIIand Elizabeth II. The second part focuses on manyfascinating historic sites in Britain and Ireland, includingTintagel, Windsor and Chatsworth. From castles to kings,from stately houses to statesmen and nobles, the legacyof Britain's past is an intrinsic part of the country today.This expert and comprehensive guide to British royaltyand architecture will delight and inform every reader.

Author Biography

Charles Phillips is an establishedwriter of popular history who has a keen interest inBritish history and architecture and the story of theRoyal Family.