A Short History Of England by Simon Jenkins
The Glorious Story of a Rowdy Nation
A brisk, accessible overview of England's past from Roman rule to the present, tracing the interplay of monarchy, Parliament, and the people. It highlights decisive moments such as the Norman Conquest, the Reformation, the Civil War, the Glorious Revolution, the rise of empire and industry, and the upheavals of two world wars. The narrative emphasizes how institutions, geography, and recurring tensions between central authority and local liberties shaped national identity. Opinionated and concise, it prioritizes clear stories over exhaustive detail, using landmarks and personalities as guideposts through two millennia of change.
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- Published
- 2011
- Nationality
- British
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- Pages
- 300-370
- Original Language
- English
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