Russell, Gareth

The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of History at Hampton Court

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ISBN 13:: 9780008436988
author:: Russell, Gareth
format:: Hardback
publisher:: William Collins
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2016
Pages:: 480
Dimensions:: 24 x 15.9 x 4.3 centimetres (0.2
Genre:: Biography, Royalty, Biography,
Condition:: New
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£25.30

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Hampton Court Palace has been a stage for centuries of British history, with power, scandal, and intrigue unfolding within its walls. This book takes you on a stroll through 500 years of history, from royal residents to common visitors, thieves, invaders, and ghosts.

From the Tudors to the Windsors, Gareth Russell brings to life the people who called Hampton Court their home, each with their own story of power, politics, and personal tragedy. You'll discover the kitchens of Henry VII, the dreams of Anne Boleyn, and the staging of Shakespeare's plays, as well as the many mistresses of Charles II and their attempts to embarrass one another.

With a focus on the personal and the political, The Palace is a rich and vivid history that reveals the secrets and scandals of this extraordinary place. A fascinating and engaging read, it's a must-have for anyone interested in British history and the monarchs who shaped it.

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