National Geographic The British World: An Illustrated Atlas

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National Geographic The British World: An Illustrated Atlas

Spanning wars, religious controversies, revolutions, and more, The British World is a visual jewel illuminating the history of this fascinating landâ€”and an essential reference to be treasured by history lovers young and old. The authoritative content, unearthed across thousands of years, immerses you in the full sweep of British historyâ€”from prehistory to the Romans, Saxons and Normans, the Medieval Age, Tudor Britain, the Stuarts, the Georgian and Victorian eras, and the modern age.Â The lush reference is interwoven with intriguing facts and insights into the fabric of British life, from literary highlights to social amusements to trends of the day. Sidebars examine significant people, as well as key cultural and artistic events. Featured quotes give voice to unforgettable characters such as Henry VIII, Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Sir Francis Drake, Queen Victoria, Winston Churchill, and Margaret Thatcher. Youâ€™ll discover time lines of key events in each chapter, and family trees trace the line of descent of the monarchy to the present.Â Blending compelling narrative, stunning photographs and artwork, and dozens of specially commissioned maps, The British World takes you on a fascinating journey through time and place to tell the story of the British Isles.

Country	USA
Brand	National Geographic
Manufacturer	National Geographic
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	500 Colour Photographs, 80 Maps
Model	500 Colour Photographs, 80 Maps
Color	Navy
ReleaseDate	2015-11-03
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9781426215537

National Geographic The British World: An Illustrated Atlas

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