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David Starkey is one of the UK’s most outstanding academics and a leading constitutional and monarchy expert. In this special collector’s edition box set we see the eminent historian and presenter bring to life powerful individuals with colourful characters using his unique and engaging gift as a communicator.
David Starkey’s Monarchy
An in-depth examination of what the English monarchy has meant, in terms of expression of the individual, the Mother of Parliaments, Magna Carta, the laws of England and the land of England.
Episodes include:-
* A Nation State
* Engla Land
* Conquest
*Dynasty
* A United Kingdom
* Death of a Dynasty
David Starkey’s Monarchy: The Complete Second Series
A gripping biographical narrative of England’s royal rulers (stories of power, lust, treason and murder).
Episodes include:-
* The Crown Imperial
* King and Emperor
* The Shadow of the King
* The Stuart Succession
* Cromwell The King Killer
David Starkey’s Monarchy - The Complete Third Series
This is a captivating look into the complicated and turbulent history of England’s royal families.
David Starkey’s The Six Wives of Henry VIII
The women who married Henry VIII have become defined not by the way they lived but by the way their lives ended. In this DVD, David Starkey reveals them to be vibrant, powerful individuals who showed great dignity when faced with exile from the King’s favour, or even the executioner’s axe.
David Starkey’s Elizabeth
David Starkey chronicles the extraordinary life story of England’s greatest Queen, Elizabeth I, who reigned over 40 tumultuous years.
Episodes include:
* From the Prison to the Palace
* The Virgin Queen
* Heart of a King
* Gloriana
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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David Starkey is the sort of man who divides opinion because of his opinions. I suppose far better that than something else.
If you enjoy his style and delivery (or at the least, can put up with it), this is a treasure-trove of information. I enjoy reading his books, and the programmes are neatly made. The 'dramatisations', much as they are, do not distract or interfere with the delivery of the material.
Heartily recommended to the armchair historian, or for those looking for a starting place for study.
PS Would be much happier if they'd included the Edward & Mary programme alongside this.
If you enjoy his style and delivery (or at the least, can put up with it), this is a treasure-trove of information. I enjoy reading his books, and the programmes are neatly made. The 'dramatisations', much as they are, do not distract or interfere with the delivery of the material.
Heartily recommended to the armchair historian, or for those looking for a starting place for study.
PS Would be much happier if they'd included the Edward & Mary programme alongside this.
92 of 96 people found the following review helpful
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Though I keep seeing episodes while scanning the TV channels, and always watched what I found, I realised the other week that I was missing some. Having thought that I had seen the whole Monarchy series I saw 2 that I hadn't seen before and decided to buy the set. (Where I found yet one more I had never seen!)
I'm very happy with the DVD's, Starkey may not be the most charismatic man on TV but he does make history interesting. The actors are not over the top at any time and are just there as visual reminders in case you forget who is who. The added Henry VIII and Elizabeth disks were great as well and round off the collection brilliantly.
Over all a brilliant selection of programmes, well worth watching over and over.
I'm very happy with the DVD's, Starkey may not be the most charismatic man on TV but he does make history interesting. The actors are not over the top at any time and are just there as visual reminders in case you forget who is who. The added Henry VIII and Elizabeth disks were great as well and round off the collection brilliantly.
Over all a brilliant selection of programmes, well worth watching over and over.
42 of 44 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I never watched the various TV series contained within this box set, so decided to buy this item and I must say I am gald that I did. David Starkey is of course a guru on all matters Tudor but his Enthusiasm for all subject matters drags you in and you feel a more learned person after each episode.
If British history is your passion then this is a must purchase.
If British history is your passion then this is a must purchase.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Narrow Mind
I am amazed at the glowing tributes paid to Mr Starkey and his collection. This is a man whose ignorance and narrow mind has been in evidence for some considerable time. Read more
Published 2 months ago by David Sands
We are really enjoying this
This is very interesting and informative. I have read a lot of biographies and other history books and this series is helping me to place people in the right time. Read more
Published 6 months ago by S. Hugg
Entertaining but rather sketchy on detail
David Starkey is as usual very easy to listen to. There is nothing new in this boxed set but I had hoped for a bit more detail. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Nanny Ka
No new stuff
If you've read any books and got a basic knowledge then this isn't for you as it doesn't really cover very much that isn't already known. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Joyanbluboy
seamer
This is an excellent series which is well structured well-informed and to which Dr Starkey has a burning passion which cannot fail to inspire his viewers. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Geoffrey E. Hart
No dry history
David Starkey's transfers his enthusiasm seamlessly to the viewer. His style is more a story teller than a historian making the series, and subject, very easy to watch.
Published 9 months ago by South Western
David Starkey wows an American!
These are just the greatest DVD's ever! Thanks to my region free DVD player, I can take advantage of products from the UK, and David Starkey's output is some of the best. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Tromboneguy
A Must for Historically Interested
Having seen one part of the series makes you want to see them all. A brilliant piece of art and science.
Published 10 months ago by MMR
insight
only a short comment really , I just want to say that I personal really enjoyed this series, it gave you a great and very interesting insight in to the formation of the history and... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Rupert lifely
amazing history
Basically I am not interested in history so much, however wanted to get an overview about UK's one.
I expected easy understandable information hence my poor English. Read more
I expected easy understandable information hence my poor English. Read more
Published 12 months ago by feri
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