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New York Times bestselling master of suspense, Elizabeth Peters, brings an exotic world of adventure, intrigue, and danger to vivid life, in a tale as powerful as ancient Egypt. The Emersons have returned to the Valley of the Kings in 1922 and Amelia Peabody and her family look forward to...

New podcast focused on aristocracies around the world. Book 1 focuses on Great Britain.

An exploration of the British monarchy from the retreat of the Romans up until the modern day. The monarchy is one of Britain’s longest surviving institutions – as well as one of its most tumultuous and revered. In this masterful book, David Starkey looks at the monarchy as a whole, charting...

‘An intriguing tale, told with confidence’ The Times ‘A great tale… the golden thread that led to the crown of England’ Conn Iggulden She’ll betray her king to crown her son When Edward of York takes back the English crown, the Wars of the Roses scatter the Lancastrian nobility and...

Ten remarkable women. One remarkable era. In the Tudor period, 1485 to 1603, a host of fascinating women sat on the English throne. The dramatic events of their lives are told in The Turbulent Crown: The Story of the Tudor Queens.

An informative and entertaining look at royal weddings through English history. The excitement surrounding the marriage of Prince William to Kate Middleton has prompted four of Britain's top historical biographers to look closely at Royal Weddings.

From the creators of Palace Intrigue, a new chapter in royal history begins. Crown and Controversy.William and Kate’s engagement and wedding capture the world’s attention. But as Kate enters the royal family, the pressures of royal life begin to settle in. The birth of Prince George brings new responsibilities, while Harry’s military career and personal struggles unfold.As William and Kate’s family grows, tensions rise when Harry meets Meghan. Their whirlwind romance stirs royal dynamics, setting the stage for changes within the family.A royal wedding, a new baby, and mounting ...

Affairs and assassinations. Conflict and chaos. Power and plots. The tumultuous Tudor period is one of the most iconic and fascinating chapters in British history. In these ten atmospheric dramas, we get a glimpse into the inner workings of Tudor England – and rediscover the key characters we have grown to love and hate. Featuring world-renowned actors, these gripping, historically accurate tales are packed with excitement.

Crown & Kingdom: The Kings of England – the British history podcast telling every English monarch's story in chronological order. From Æthelstan to Charles III, each episode reveals the triumphs, scandals, and betrayals that shaped the English monarchy and British history. Discover the human drama behind legendary rulers: Henry VIII's break with Rome, medieval power struggles, and royal scandals across centuries. This royal history podcast turns monarchs from timeline names into complex figures whose reigns forged an empire. Perfect for history enthusiasts seeking compelling royal stories.

When William the Conqueror died in 1087, he left the throne of England to William Rufus . . . his second son. The result was an immediate war as Rufus's elder brother Robert fought to gain the crown he saw as rightfully his; this conflict marked the start of 400 years of bloody disputes as the English monarchy's line of hereditary succession was bent, twisted, and finally broken when the last Plantagenet king, Richard III, fell at Bosworth in 1485.

This is not a lecture, this is a story. A story of ambition, betrayal, madness, and war. Told one crown, one battle, and one broken promise at a time.From Eleanor of Aquitaine's rebellions to the wars of the roses, the Plantagenets shaped England, and changed our modern world.New episodes every Sunday.Contact crownandchaosplt@gmail.com or give me a shout in the podcast link for fan mail. I always respond and love hearing from anyone with the same interests.

Hi, Hello, and Howdy! Welcome to The Crown Chronicles! My name is Cassidy and I am here to be your guide into all things elegant and historical. Join me each week as we dive in and explore the sparkling world of tiaras and headdresses from all over the world. We will uncover their royal roots, cultural significance, and whos head they now grace, as we weave through the history of each crowns development and nature. So from histories shiniest gems to hidden stories ready to shake off their dust, This is The Crown Chronicles, I hope to see you at the next Coronation!

A podcast about the people and places that make our neighborhoods our home. Hosted by James De Pietro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tales of the medieval rulers of Britain & Ireland: a podcast focused on British & Irish rulers of the Middle Ages. This turbulent and bloody era was presided over by some of the most dynamic rulers in British & Irish history. Along with famous figures such as Robert de Bruce and the Black Prince, this podcast will provide accounts and discussion of some of the less well-known leaders and warriors. If you would like to know more about my work , please visit my blog at pillingswritingcorner.blogspot.com

What you and I have in common is our stories. These stories might be something incredible, or it might be something usual - but we all have stories. In the Crown City Stories we will talk with locals, used to be locals, maybe politicians, business owners, athletes, or maybe even you. Come on along and listen to a story or two. Cause everyone has a story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can’t tell the story of Canada without the Crown. From the shores of the Niagara River, and other such places across the continent, the Crown was rooted in this land – it is an institution that is not only embedded in our Treaties, but also Canada’s democratic institutions, and countless other aspects of our day-to-day lives. The social, political, and cultural landscapes of this land for the past 500 years are inextricably linked with the Crown – the evidence of this can be found in visible examples from street signs to military cap badges, Royal Visits to Royal Commissions, but ...

In this captivating episode, we take a lively and entertaining look at the extraordinary life of Queen Camilla, the commoner who defied all odds to become the Queen Consort of the United Kingdom. From her humble beginnings in the English countryside to her rocky romance with Prince Charles and her eventual triumph over scandal and adversity, Camilla's story is one of resilience, love, and the power of second chances. Join us as we delve into the untold stories, juicy details, and heartwarming moments that have shaped the remarkable journey of this beloved royal figure. Filled with wit, charm, ...

King George V1 never expected to be King. Known in the family as Bertie, he was shy and retiring and grew up in the shadow of hismore outgoing brother Edward. It was his brothers abdication that compelled him to take his place on the throne. Overcoming a lifelong stammer his dignity and courage helped lead the country through some of the darkest days of World War two.

La evolución territorial de la Corona de Castilla. Claves de los procesos políticos, sociales, repobladores, económicos y culturales del período medieval. El germen de la administración territorial e institucional de la España contemporánea. Breve historia de la Corona de Castilla supone una atalaya panorámica del recorrido histórico del reino castellano durante el período medieval, atendiendo no sólo a los aspectos político-institucionales, militares y territoriales, sino abordando las características de todos los grupos sociales....

Una dinastía que supo expandirse por el Mediterráneo y crear, a golpe de hierro, uno de los reinos más importantes de toda la Edad Media. Es un lugar común en el estudio de la historia de España, centrarse en la historia de Castilla a la hora de estudiar la Edad Media y dedicarle menos tiempo al estudio de la Corona de Aragón. David González Ruiz, en un estilo cercano a la narración -como corresponde a este periodo de batallas y traiciones pretende señalar la importancia del reino de Aragón, que fue más decisivo en el devenir de la historia....