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Illustrated Encyclopedia of Royal Britain
Hardback
Main Details
Title |
Illustrated Encyclopedia of Royal Britain
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Phillips Charles
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Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:512 | Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 216 |
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Category/Genre | Residential buildings and domestic buildings British and Irish History |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780754833673
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Classifications | Dewey:941.0099 |
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Illustrations |
Over 1000 photographs
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Anness Publishing
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Imprint |
Lorenz Books
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NZ Release Date |
14 August 2017 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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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.
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