Short History Of England (PB) Book

From Anglo-Saxon invaders to austerity, this concise history sheds light on key individuals and events in an enlightening and engaging account of England's birth, rise to global prominence and subsequent falling off. A former Times editor and chairman of the National Trust, Simon Jenkins weaves key dates into a narrative as stylish as it is authoritative. Now updated to take in the rapid progress of recent events, and beautifully illustrated throughout.