English History | Collins Little Books

Discover the essential moments, figures, and landmarks that have shaped England’s history in this compact guide. Journey from prehistoric times, Stonehenge, and Roman Britain through to modern events. Highlights include the Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, the Battle of Hastings, Richard I, Henry VIII, the Spanish Armada, the Gunpowder Plot, Cromwell, both World Wars, the NHS, the 1953 Coronation, the World Cup victory, The Beatles, Margaret Thatcher, Princess Diana, and Brexit. Beautifully crafted, this Collins Little Book of English History is an ideal gift for visitors or fans of England’s rich heritage.