Шпаргалка для ленивых любителей истории. Короли и королевы Англии

Alexandra Marinina's bestseller in a new author series dedicated to popularizing history. A vivid, illustrated panorama of English history from William the Conqueror to Elizabeth II, featuring rare images. A witty look at historical figures familiar from beloved novels and films. The lives of the rulers of England are colorfully described as an exciting psychological series: in the style of drama, thriller, or comedy, depending on the roles played by famous personalities. This is not a history textbook, but a collection of captivating stories that help readers, along with the author, enjoyably understand the curious twists and turns that constantly occurred in the lives of monarchs. And to enjoy beloved historical series and works, while fully understanding and not getting confused: who ruled after whom, who is related to whom, who offended whom to death, and who simply ate a little finch.