Great Britons, A Very Peculiar History
Author | : Ian Graham |
Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
Total Pages | : 188 |
Release | : 2012-01-04 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781908759092 |
ISBN-13 | : 1908759097 |
Rating | : 4/5 (097 Downloads) |
Download or read book Great Britons, A Very Peculiar History written by Ian Graham and published by Andrews UK Limited. This book was released on 2012-01-04 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great Britain can be accused of many things; a proliferation of queuing, a fondness of the demon drink; but it's not without more than its fair share of important historical and modern people. 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' looks at a myriad brillliant Britons and their influence on the world. The book features a short potted history of each person, detailing their acheivements, personalities and lifestyles in a quirky and memorable way. From kings and queens, pirates and politicians, actors and directors to sportsmen, explorers, scientists and inventors, 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' celebrates the men and women who have shaped Great Britain and made it what it is today.