The Usborne History of Britain (Usborne Internet-linked Reference): 1 - Hardcover

Ruth Brocklehurst

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0746084447 ISBN 13: 9780746084441

Verlag: Usborne Publishing Ltd, 2008

Inhaltsangabe

From the Ice Age to the dawn of the 21st century, this book tells the story of Britain, its people and the events that have shaped their lives. It charts the dramatic developments and twists and turns of Britain's history, and describes characters from all walks of life, from conquering kings, revolting peasants and troublesome priests, to intrepid explorers, cunning inventors and outrageous artists.

Contents:
The people of Britain
Prehistoric Britain
Roman Britain
The early Middle Ages
The Middle Ages
Tudors and Stuarts
The Georgians
The Victorians
The early 20th century
The Second World War
Post War Britain
Factfile Britain’s long and varied history comes to life with intriguing facts, stunning illustrations, photographs, detailed reconstructions, paintings, maps and family trees. Includes a factfile with places to visit and internet links to recommended websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. Beautifully presented with a cloth cover, dust jacket and ribbon marker.

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When she wasn't riding her bike or making things out of loo rolls and scraps of fabric, Ruth spent her childhood reading about detectives and historical figures. She has written and edited countless books for Usborne - some about detectives and historical figures; some about dinosaurs, scientists and astronauts.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Usborne Publishing Ltd
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2008
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0746084447
• ISBN 13: 9780746084441
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Anzahl der Seiten: 512
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: WordUnited GmbH; distribution@wordunited.com; ; Theodorstrasse 105; DUSSELDORF; 40472; Deutschland