A âriotously readableâŠtender and affectionateâ (Daily Mail, London) exploration of five hundred years of British historyâfrom King Henry VIII to Queen Elizabeth IIâas seen through the doorways of the exquisite Hampton Court Palace.
Architecturally breathtaking and rich in splendid art and dĂ©cor, Hampton Court Palace has been the stage of some of the most important events in British history, such as the commissioning of King Jamesâs version of the Bible, the staging of many of Shakespeareâs plays, and Queen Elizabeth IIâs coronation ball.
The Palace takes us on âan entertaining journey into the pastâ (Kirkus Reviews) as it reveals the ups and downs of royal history and illustrates what was at play politically, socially, and economically at the time. An engaging and charming history book that is perfect for fans of Alison Weir, Philippa Gregory, and Andrew Lownie, The Palace makes you feel as if you were in the room as history was made.