Overview
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!
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.
This book title, The Big Book of Britain (Cheers to the Crown, Churchill, Shakespeare, the Beatles, and All Things British!), ISBN: 9781646433087, by Tim Rayborn, published by Cider Mill Press (May 30, 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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