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Elizabeth I and Her World
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Elizabeth I and Her World
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Susan Watkins
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:208 | Dimensions(mm): Height 250,Width 240 |
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Category/Genre | British and Irish History World history - c 1500 to c 1750 |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780500286951
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Classifications | Dewey:942.055092 |
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Illustrations |
3 Illustrations, black and white; 154 Illustrations, color
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Thames & Hudson Ltd
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Imprint |
Thames & Hudson Ltd
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Publication Date |
20 August 2007 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Elizabeth I was one of the great personalities of all time, Elizabethan England a scintillating cultural era, with an enduring legacy in literature, architecture and sheer style. In this book, newly available in paperback, Susan Watkins takes us to the heart of one of history's most abiding love stories: the extraordinary tale of how Elizabeth set out capture the hearts of her people. Throughout, the inspired special photography of Mark Fiennes, together with portraits and paintings, tapestries and personal objects of the period, gives the perfect visual expression of this evolving love affair of a nation.
Author Biography
Susan Watkins writes and lectures regularly on English social history in the UK and abroad, as well as making guest appearances on radio and television. She is also the author of the internationally acclaimed book Jane Austen: In Style and Elizabeth I, both published by Thames & Hudson.
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