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An entertaining and modern presentation of the essential facts which everyday people on holiday-children and adults-want to know.
The years covered - 1066 to today - are divided into architectural periods. Within each section, the architectural features are described and summaries given of the matrimonial situation, character and reign of the monarchs.
Contemporary portraits and an unusual selection of photographs illustrate the artistic tastes of each age in costume, furniture and objets d'art generally.
'Ronald Hamilton's approach to history is the right one... One of the year's best books.' The Times
'Well worth carrying in the car.' Sunday Telegraph
It is also 'a fine fireside or bedside exercise in general historical knowledge.' Homes and Gardens