- Paperback: 269 pages
- Publisher: Thorndike Press; 1 edition (10 Nov 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0786268255
- ISBN-13: 978-0786268252
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 609,446 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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THERE WAS A TIME, AS RECENTLY AS NINE thousand years ago, when the British Isles were not islands at all. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
THERE WAS A TIME, AS RECENTLY AS NINE thousand years ago, when the British Isles were not islands at all. Read the first page
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I bought this book as I have always been very interested in, but fairlyignorant of, the history of this great country.
The author takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the early history ofEngland, presenting 'snap-shots' of important people and events in small,focused chapters of between three and six pages. This may sound too short,and I can see from other reviews that this is not everyones cup of tea,but I found the length just right.
If you are an avid historian or have a great deal of prior knowledge ofEnglish history then this book is probably not for you. If you are seekingvast detail on one particular event in English history then this book isprobably not for you. However, if the history of England is new to you, oryour memory of school history lessons is somewhat clouded, then this bookis a fantastic introduction or re-introduction to the fascinating past ofthis country.
The author has stirred my interest in so many different events that I amdetermined to study them in greater depth at a later date. I cannot praisethis book higher than that.
The author takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the early history ofEngland, presenting 'snap-shots' of important people and events in small,focused chapters of between three and six pages. This may sound too short,and I can see from other reviews that this is not everyones cup of tea,but I found the length just right.
If you are an avid historian or have a great deal of prior knowledge ofEnglish history then this book is probably not for you. If you are seekingvast detail on one particular event in English history then this book isprobably not for you. However, if the history of England is new to you, oryour memory of school history lessons is somewhat clouded, then this bookis a fantastic introduction or re-introduction to the fascinating past ofthis country.
The author has stirred my interest in so many different events that I amdetermined to study them in greater depth at a later date. I cannot praisethis book higher than that.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I do not profess to be a good reader, so it takes a special kind of book to keep my attention and interest.
Simply, if ever you want to read about English History you need go no further. From the first page to the last I was enthralled and excited. Written in a friendly, easy to read way, Mr Lacey plots a careful and enjoyable course through the times of Merrie (and not so Merrie) England.
For the first time ever, I have an understanding of what being English actually means. The reader will learn not only of Kings, Queens, Battles and Wars which dictate the scholar's History lessons, but the colourful characters which make up the patchwork of English life: Wat Tyler, Caedmon and Lady Godiva.
The one moment of disappointment is knowing its about a year until we pick up the second volume with Dick Whittington.
There cannot be a single person who reads this book who is not left begging for more.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I love this book. Robert Lacey portrays characters and events from English history in an easy to understand and enjoyable to read format. While the chapters are short, Lacey uses plenty of great detail to make the avid fan of history happy and still succeeds at keeping the casual reader entertained.
I strongly recommend this book to everyone.
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Great Tales From English History, Cheddar Man to the Peasant's revolt,...
This is a thoroughly enjoyable book, which is guaranteed to get people interested in history. Very much like Churchill's "History of the English Speaking Peoples", Lacey sets out... Read more
Published on 3 Jan 2010 by Victor
English History made easy
Wanted to gen up on history as felt I was lacking dismally in this area! Found the CDs bril...as now I listen to them in my car on the way to work. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2009 by Ms. Rachel Morrell
Yet another great read from Robert Lacey
As far as I can tell this is the first volume of a series of 3 on tales from English history (I have already reviewed the 3rd volume) - so the topic is popular history at it's... Read more
Published on 28 Aug 2007 by Bernard Smith
Just the Ticket !
Having read Lacey's 'The Year 1000' I was hoping for a good follow up.
This series has provided it. Read more
This series has provided it. Read more
Published on 27 Mar 2007 by S. D. Hutt
Super read!
It was undoubtedly very enjoyable and readabe book, written for adults. No previous knowledge of the history is assumed.
A good read just before bed!
A good read just before bed!
Published on 24 Aug 2006 by "Smith" Reader
Accessible history
I first discovered Robert Lacey as an author from his book 'The Year 1000'. Interesting, accessible, easy to follow, with a good balance of detail and breadth (always a tricky task... Read more
Published on 21 Mar 2006 by Kurt Messick
Accessible history part 1
I first discovered Robert Lacey as an author from his book 'The Year 1000'. Interesting, accessible, easy to follow, with a good balance of detail and breadth (always a tricky task... Read more
Published on 21 Mar 2006 by Kurt Messick
Accessible history part 1
I first discovered Robert Lacey as an author from his book 'The Year 1000'. Interesting, accessible, easy to follow, with a good balance of detail and breadth (always a tricky task... Read more
Published on 21 Mar 2006 by Kurt Messick
Great book, but...!
Very enjoyable, and a good easy read. Robert Lacey covers familiar ground, and some not so familiar, in nice bite-sized chunks. Read more
Published on 3 Sep 2005 by James
Enjoyable anthology of memorable history
Robert Lacey's collection of stories covers the prehistoric period upuntil the Peasants Revolt of 1381, most are familiar, a few less so. Read more
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