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Crown & Sceptre

A New History of the British Monarchy from William the Conqueror to Charles III

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Crown & Sceptre

By: Tracy Borman
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An exploration of the history of the British monarchy from 1066 to the present day, now including a new chapter on King Charles III.

With 1000 years of royal history from 1066 to the present day, Domesday Book to Magna Carta the Field of Cloth of Gold to King Charles' accession, Crown & Sceptre is an unparalleled exploration of the British monarchy. From Sunday Times bestselling author and joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces Tracy Borman, comes a fresh, engaging and authoritative account of the crown's tumultuous history—including a chapter on King Charles III.

Impeccably researched, Crown & Sceptre explores in gripping detail how this iconic institution has survived the storms of rebellion, revolution and war that brought most of the world's other monarchies to an abrupt and bloody end. It is a story of ruthless dynastic battles, political and social leadership, usurpation and abdication, all set against a backdrop of dazzling ceremony and pageantry.

©2021 Tracy Borman (P)2021 Hodder & Stoughton Limited Europe Great Britain Politics & Activism Royalty
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I really enjoyed learning about the personalities and antics of the monarchy down the ages.

Reliable and easy to follow

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Stories told engagingly, with just the right amount of detail. Particularly enjoyed learning about some of the earlier periods of history.

Engaging & fascinating easy listen

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Only one word necessary......boring. ,Tedious to listen to,and,could not finish listening. Not my cup of tea.

Boring

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