The House of Windsor (A Royal History of England) - Softcover

Roberts, Andrew

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0520228030 ISBN 13: 9780520228030

Publisher: University of California Press, 2000

Synopsis

The House of Windsor has undergone profound changes since its inception in 1917. Their tenure has seen two world wars, an abdication, and undreamed-of social change, but still the monarchy prevails. Andrew Roberts traces their history to the tragic death of the Princess of Wales and its aftermath.

About the series A Royal History of England:

From the beginning of monarchical power in Norman times to the present queen, the British royal family has experienced many scandals, triumphs, and changes in public image, but few of their reigns can be described as uneventful. With contributions by specialist authors and contemporary illustrations of royal heraldry and coats of arms, Antonia Fraser has edited a definitive and entertaining history of one of the most powerful monarchies in the world.

About this title

About the Author:

Antonia Fraser is editor of the best-selling updated edition of The Lives of the Kings and Queens of England (California, 1999), as well as several other best-selling histories including The Gunpowder Plot. Text by Andrew Roberts.

From Library Journal:

This five-volume series covers several centuries of English history, from the Battle of Hastings in 1066 to the death of Princess Diana, the fire that decimated Windsor Castle, and the Queen Mother's 99th birthday in 1999. Each volume offers loads of illustrations, both artworks and photos, as well as informative though not overly detailed text. Better for casual readers and students through high school.
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About this edition

• Publisher: University of California Press
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0520228030
• ISBN 13: 9780520228030
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112
• Editor: Fraser Antonia