A Short History of England by Simon Jenkins

A Short History of England

Simon Jenkins

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nonfiction history informative slow-paced
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The patient reader who relishes an elegantly written, idea-rich survey that connects political turning points across centuries to explain how a nation arrived at its present identity will find this book rewarding.

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From the invaders of the dark ages to the aftermath of the coalition, one of Britain's most respected journalists, Simon Jenkins, weaves together a strong narrative with all the most important and interesting dates in a book that characteristicall...

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