FROM CELTS TO CROWN

[Dorling Kindersley, Inc.]

History of Britain & Ireland: The Definitive Visual Guide [Illustrated Survey of Two Nations]

New York: DK Publishing, 2013.
THE STORY OF TWO ISLANDS THAT SHAPED THE MODERN WORLD.
This lavishly illustrated reference presents the history of Britain and Ireland from prehistoric settlement through the modern era.

Covering ancient kingdoms, Viking invasions, Norman conquest, monarchy, empire, industrialization, war, and modern political change, the book serves as both an introduction and a ready reference. Its visual approach makes complex historical periods easy to follow while providing a broad survey of more than two millennia of British and Irish history.

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Publisher's illustrated softcover. Measures approximately 10.75 inches tall. 400 pages. Fully illustrated throughout in color with photographs, maps, timelines, artwork, and historical reproductions.

CONDITION: New. No flaws or blemishes. Gift Quality. Bindings are tight and secure. Text is clean.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE —
Produced by DK Publishing, a leader in visual reference works, this volume reflects the publisher's long-standing approach of combining authoritative scholarship with exceptional graphic presentation. It serves as a comprehensive one-volume survey of British and Irish history and provides an accessible gateway to subjects ranging from Celtic culture and medieval kingdoms to the British Empire and the modern United Kingdom.

Rather than focusing on a single era, this volume presents a sweeping chronological history of Britain and Ireland through a highly visual format. Political events, military conflicts, royal dynasties, social change, exploration, industry, and cultural achievements are woven together into a narrative that illustrates the evolution of the British Isles and their influence on world history.

SUBJECTS: Great Britain; Ireland; British Empire; English History; Scottish History; Irish History; Monarchy; European History; Historical Atlas; Cultural History,British History; Irish History; World History.

Item #22102
ISBN: 9781465417701

Price: $34.00