The Big Book of Britain

Cheers to the Crown, Churchill, Shakespeare, the Beatles, and All Things British!
What do woolly mammoths, Lady Godiva, the Gunpowder Plot, Charles Darwin, and the modern Royal Family have in common? They're all part of Britain's extraordinary story --- and they're all inside The Big Book of Britain.

What do woolly mammoths, Lady Godiva, the Gunpowder Plot, Charles Darwin, and the modern Royal Family have in common? They're all part of Britain's extraordinary story — and they're all inside this book.

The Big Book of Britain is a lively, accessible, and beautifully illustrated compendium covering more than 5,000 years of history on one remarkable island. With over 200 entries — each accompanied by a fun or surprising fact — this volume sweeps from prehistoric creatures on the Thames to Brexit, taking in the Romans, the Vikings, the Tudors, two World Wars, the British Empire, and everything in between.

Discover the real Macbeth, the spy network protecting Elizabeth I, the gruesome truth about the Black Death, how the days of the week got their names, and why the Romans deserves credit for British pub culture. Whether you're drawn to battlefield drama, literary giants, royal scandals, pioneering inventors, or forgotten heroes, The Big Book of Britain has something to surprise and delight you on every page. Includes:

• 200+ entries spanning prehistoric Britain through the modern era
• Covers history, culture, food, literature, music, science, and more
• Each entry includes a fun or surprising "weird fact"
• Profiles legendary figures from Boudicca and Shakespeare to Churchill and the Beatles
• Tackles myths, mysteries, and controversies head-on
• Beautifully illustrated throughout
• Ideal for Anglophiles, history buffs, gift-givers, and curious readers of all ages

A perfect gift for Anglophiles, history enthusiasts, curious readers, and anyone who has ever fallen in love with this endlessly fascinating island nation.

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