Kings and queens of England
devised and edited by Eric R. Delderfield
Discusses the characters, careers, and influence on history of each English king and queen from the early Saxons to Elizabeth II.
Read Time: ~5.4 hr
Last days of glory
by Tony Rennell (2001)
About this book
Recreates the twenty-three days in January 1901 when Queen Victoria journeyed to Osborne House to meet her fate and succumb to the illness that had plagued her, bringing a dark pall upon Britain and signaling the end of an era.
Setting / LocationLondon & UK
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreLast days of glory Lead Character
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