A Short History of England

One of Britains most renowned journalists Simon Jenkins weaves together a compelling narrative with all the most significant and interesting dates in a book that is characteristically as stylish as it is authoritative covering everything from the invaders of the dark ages to the aftermath of the coalition.A Short History of England sheds light on all the key individuals and events bringing them together in an enlightening and engaging account of the countrys birth rise to global prominence and then partial eclipse.There have been lengthy synoptic history of England but there hasnt yet been a comprehensive short volume that covers all key moments ideas and figures.