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The Illustrated Story of England Christopher Hibbert

The Illustrated Story of England By Christopher Hibbert

The Illustrated Story of England by Christopher Hibbert


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Summary

A beautiful, quirky, illustrated edition of Phaidon's compelling bestseller, celebrating the book's 25th anniversary

The Illustrated Story of England Summary

The Illustrated Story of England by Christopher Hibbert

A beautiful, quirky, illustrated edition of Phaidon's compelling bestseller, celebrating the book's 25th anniversary

This concise and fast-paced introduction to English history keeps the reader enthralled through the entire course of the country's political, economic, and cultural landscape, covering the whole sweep of English history from the Stone Age to the present. Its flowing narrative style, character sketches, and lively anecdotes bring the people and places of the past to life. In this newly illustrated edition, John Broadley's unique tableaux-like illustrations capture the landscape, costumes, and characters of the history that Hibbert's text so vividly evokes.

The Illustrated Story of England Reviews

The best short introduction to English history we have seen.-The Good Book Guide

It would be difficult to find a better written, more succinct account of its subject than this book. Christopher Hibbert drives the story of these islands... In crisp vivid prose that never flags.-Country Landowner

Christopher Hibbert is perhaps the most gifted popular historian we have.-Times Educational Supplement

A sumptuous and witty book.-Spectator

About Christopher Hibbert

Christopher Hibbert was an acclaimed historian and widely published biographer, renowned for his ability to weave together political, social, and art historical narratives into a lively whole.

Sean Lang is senior lecturer in History at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge. He has published many books and articles and broadcasts regularly.

John Broadley is a London-based illustrator. He has illustrated many books and his illustrations have appeared in the New York Times Book Review, Observer Food Monthly, Art Review, and the FT Weekend magazine.

Additional information

GOR007927032
9780714872353
0714872350
The Illustrated Story of England by Christopher Hibbert
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Phaidon Press Ltd
20161017
256
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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