Treasures of British History :The Nation's Story Told Through Its 50 Most Important Documents
Treasures of British History :The Nation's Story Told Through Its 50 Most Important Documents
hardback
Published:
9 August, 2018
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Description
Told by two of our most celebrated historians, this is a spirited journey of discovery of our nation's history seen through the examination of 50 key documents. With a wealth of experience between them on politics, military history and today's current affairs, Peter and Dan Snow are the perfect guides to appreciating the significance of each document. The documents have been researched from the collections of The National Archives, The British Museum, The British Library and the National Records of Scotland and are set alonside a commentary from the authors explaining their criteria for selection and providing the pertinent details of each document.
From the Magna Carta and Elizabeth's Tide Letter, in which she begs her sister for her life, to the official design for the FA Cup, Churchill's Finest Hour speech following the Fall of France, a ticket stub to the Beatles' first concert, and the signatories of the Good Friday Agreement, this beautifully designed book is a must-have for all history enthusiasts.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780233005621 |
| ISBN10 | 0233005625 |
| Number Of Pages | 192 |
| Item Weight | 900 g |
| Product Dimensions | 222 x 252 x 24 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Headline Publishing Group |
| Format | hardback |
Media Reviews
'A fascinating insight into pivotal events in Britain's past' BBC History Magazine.
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Author's Bio
Dan Snow is a historian, broadcaster and television presenter. He has presented across the BBC including The One Show and his series, Battlefield Britain, presented with his father Peter Snot, won a BAFTA award. He was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2019 Queen's Birthday Honours List for his services to History.