Overview
From the glory of coronation regalia to coins, from imposing statues to stamps, and from distinguished medals to monuments, each item in this book has a fascinating story to tell.
Ordered chronologically by monarch, from Alfred the Great to Queen Elizabeth II, this fully illustrated book takes a regal journey through the centuries. Readers will discover the significance of each objectāsome famous, others more obscureāand how the royal ruler connected to it shaped the course of history in this celebration of the British monarchy.
Featured are William Iās eleventh-century survey, more famously known as the Domesday Book; the worldās first ever postage stamp, the Penny Black, with a cameo-style portrait of Queen Victoria; Edward VIIIās abdication document; the written birth announcement of Queen Elizabeth II, placed outside Buckingham Palace as per royal custom; and many more.
This book title, A History of Royal Britain in 100 Objects, ISBN: 9781841659527, by Gill Knappett, published by Rizzoli (March 7, 2023) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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