Joan of Arc, the princes in the Tower, Bloody Mary, Oliver Cromwell, Sir Isaac Newton, and more.
Great Tales is accessible history at its finest, based on the latest research and packed with insight, wit and brilliant detail.
Praise for Great Tales from English History: Cheddar Man to the Peasants’ Revolt
Beautifully written, full of things you didn’t know and well worth a read if you want a new view on stories you thought you already understood.’ – Living History
Personalities are the essence of this brilliant book. If only history lessons at school could have been as entertaining and informative as this.’ – Newcastle Sunday Sun
This is history at its best, well told and entertaining, packed with insight, humour and fascinating detail.’ – Norfolk Journal
A great introduction to history and legend’ – Observer
Publication details
2005
Little, Brown & Company
031610924X
