History of Britain S. Series

This reference book for children, one of the "History of Britain" series, is an illustrated account of modern Britain since the death of Queen Victoria. It includes sections on the World Wars, Britains's changing status in the world, changing standards of living, mass production, new technology and communications, and other topics. It is accompanied by a timechart, a who's who and a list of places to visit.

Victorian Britain

by Andrew Langley

Published 11 April 1994

Looks at what art reveals about historical civilizations and how history is portrayed through the art and architecture that remains. Focuses on events, politics, culture and everyday life during a significant period of history. Includes biographies of influential people

Queen Victoria

by Andrew Langley

Published 15 October 1995

The Saxons and Vikings

by Brenda Williams, John James, Mark Bergin, James Field, and Bill Donohoe

Published 27 September 1994

Part of the "History of Britain" series, this is an account of Britain in the time of the Saxons and Vikings, including sections on the invasion and colonization of Britain by the two peoples, the re-establishment of Christianity, law reform, art and learning, the Norman invasion that ended the era, and other topics. The text is accompanied by a timechart, a who's who, a glossary and a list of sites to visit.