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The Big Book of Britain - Cheers to the Crown, Churchill, Shakespeare, the Beatles, and All Things British! (Hardcover)
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The Big Book of Britain - Cheers to the Crown, Churchill, Shakespeare, the Beatles, and All Things British! (Hardcover)
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Loot Price R417
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From woolly mammoths and eight-foot beavers on the River Thames to
plagues and civil wars, from tea to castles and cathedrals, and
everything in between, The Big Book of Britain is a compendium of
the major people and events in British history. Dive in and
discover this island nation’s unique charm and fascinating story.
More than 200 stories are sure to delight Anglophiles, British
readers, the curious, and history buffs alike. Whether you’re
interested in mythology, famous historical figures, ancient and
medieval history, or how this tiny nation came to rule and
influence so much of the world for a while, this accessible,
illustrated volume has something for everyone. The Big Book of
Britain covers the common and the obscure over thousands of years,
including: The Celts and Romans Food, drink, and feasts Wars and
politics, and all the skulduggery that go with them Music and
literature, and the amazing creators behind the masterpieces
Britain during and between the two World Wars Inventors and
engineers The truth about the Vikings The rise and fall of the
British Empire Tabloids and the modern royal family Brexit And much
more! Â Each entry has a fun or weird fact that adds more to
the whole picture. Celebrate the triumphs of Britain’s people,
its rich history, its influence around the world, and its major
achievements, as well as some of its major stumbles, outrages, and
mistakes. The Big Book of Britain will have you buzzing about what
makes Britain, well, Britain, from the earliest times to the modern
age.
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Imprint: |
Cider Mill Press Book Publishers LLC
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
June 2023 |
Authors: |
Tim Rayborn
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Dimensions: |
216 x 154 x 36mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover - Cloth over boards
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Pages: |
480 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-64643-308-7 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-64643-308-4 |
Barcode: |
9781646433087 |
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