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The Lives of the Kings and Queens of England

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The Lives of the Kings and Queens of England

By: Antonia Fraser - editor
Narrated by: Wanda McCaddon
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This magnificent story of 1,000 years of English history is told through the lives and deeds of Kings and Queens, from the Normans to the Windsors. Understand how the power of the crown has changed as a result of both the character and ability of each monarch and evolving historical circumstances. Eight specialist contributors depict the whole spectrum of royal life in a succinct and fascinating way. Newly revised in 1998, this edition offers expanded coverage of the House of Windsor, including recent events that have greatly affected the Royal Family.

©1998 Antonia Fraser (P)1998 by The Audio Partners Publishing Corp. Europe Historical Medieval Royalty Middle Ages British History Medieval England
Comprehensive Historical Overview • Engaging Royal Stories • Melodious Voice • Straightforward Writing Style
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Well crafted overview of the royal families of England and Scotland thru the ages. Most Enjoyable!

Well crafted Overview

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Took a few minutes to get use to the format and reading style but was entertaining and informative

Bit slow in the beginning but interesting!

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If you're interested in English history this and interesting and easy to listen to book.

Easy to listen to.

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If you like history, this is a very interesting and engaging book about the lives of the monarch’s of England. It is a very insightful way to look at the history of the UK.

Very interesting read!

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Loved the melodious voice of the narrator. I felt it was well edited and easy to follow. Will probably listen again soon!

Succinct and fascinating

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I love the way the book chronicles the history of the kings and queens of England. If you have an interest in the English Monarcy and/or some of the major turning points of England's history, this is the audiobook for you.

History at it's best!

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Never tire of reading about English Monarchy. It's always new & quite thrilling. Full of history & lessons.

Always new

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Overall, I think this was a good book. my only reservation is that I feel like we could have been given more detail on some of the monarchs.

Good documentary.

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I loved this book so much! what a fun ride through history, but the narrator was very stiff, and I couldn't find any enjoyment in her voice. normally voices if I don't immediately enjoy, grow on me, but this one never did. still absolutely loved the book though.

loved it, but the narrators voice was grating

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Such a complete listening pleasure, the best book I have listened to so far I just couldn't stop I needed more.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

In the car, on the bus or cuddled up in bed at night I just loved in. Antonia Fraser may have edited this fabulous book but Wanda Mc Cadden brought the rise and fall of the English monarchy to life for me. Just fantastic!!

An enthralling travel through history

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