The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of Royal Britain - A Magnificent Study of Britain's Royal Heritage with a Directory of Royalty and Over 120 of the Most Important Historic Buildings (Paperback)

Britain's royal, architectural and historic heritage is celebrated in one stunningly illustrated volume. This is a biographical account of every monarch from William the Conqueror to Elizabeth I and Victoria to the present day. It features in-depth illustrated surveys of over 120 of the most significant castles, palaces and stately houses. It includes over 1000 photographs, fine-art paintings, drawings, maps and family trees tracing the Royal Line of Succession. Explore the history of the British Isles in this celebration of its monarchs, and the development of its fine architectural legacy. The first half is a magnificent illustrated history of Britain's kings and queens, including such internationally recognized characters as Henry VIII and Elizabeth II. The second part focuses on many fascinating historic sites in Britain and Ireland, including Tintagel, Windsor and Chatsworth. From castles to kings, from stately houses to statesmen and nobles, the legacy of Britain's past is an intrinsic part of the country today. This expert and comprehensive guide to British royalty and architecture will delight and inform every reader.

General

Imprint:	Hermes House
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	November 2008
First published:	June 2014
Authors:	Charles Phillips
Dimensions:	220 x 168 x 31mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - With flaps
Pages:	512
ISBN-13:	978-1-84681-365-8
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Royalty Books > Humanities > History > British & Irish history > General Books > History > British & Irish history > General Books > Biography > Royalty Promotions
LSN:	1-84681-365-4
Barcode:	9781846813658

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