Our Island Story - Softcover

Marshall, H. E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1420948709 ISBN 13: 9781420948707

Publisher: Digireads.com, 2013

Synopsis

Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall's "Our Island Story" is a history of England up to Queen Victoria's death, with some myths and legends mixed in. Marshall's work, which is aimed at a younger audience, was very popular when first published and is credited by historians as an inspiration. Beginning with the legends of Albion and Brutus "Our Island Story" chronicles numerous important English legends, kings, and queens, including King Arthur, Alfred the Great, Edward the Confessor, William the Conqueror, Richard the Lionheart, Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth I, and Queen Victoria amongst many others. This classic historical work is a must read for any younger reader interested in English history or any parent who wants to educate their children on this fascinating and regal period in the history of Great Britain.

About this title

Review:

"Our Island Story is...cutting edge. With its brave mix of truth and myth, it is impeccably postmodern." --The Economist, 20 August 2005

Book Description:

A new edition of a classic work, first published in 1905. 'It made me think history was more exciting than fiction' - Antonia Fraser

About this edition

• Publisher: Digireads.com
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1420948709
• ISBN 13: 9781420948707
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 232