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Story of Britain, The - From the Romans to the Present, A Narrative History

By: WW Norton

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Historical Books (WW Norton)

MSRP old price: $19.95


Product Info

Title
Story of Britain, The - From the Romans to the Present, A Narrative History
Publisher
Category
Author
Rebecca Fraser
Publish Year
2006
Pages
848
Dimensions
6x9x1.25"
NKG Part #
2147941676
Type
Softcover

Description

A sparkling anecdotal account with the pace of an epic, about the men and women who created turning points in history. Rebecca Fraser's dramatic portrayal of the scientists, statesmen, explorers, soldiers, traders, and artists who forged Britain's national institutions is the perfect introduction to British history.


Just as much as kings and queens, battles and empire, Britain's great themes have been the liberty of the individual, the rule of law, and the parliamentary democracy invented to protect them. Ever since Caractacus and Boudicca surprised the Romans with the bravery of their resistance, Britain has stood out as the home of freedom. From Thomas More to William Wilberforce, from Gladstone to Churchill, Britain's history is studded with heroic figures who have resisted tyranny in all its guises, whether it be the Stuart kings' belief in divine right, the institution of slavery, or the ambitions of Napoleon and Hitler.