First published in 1905, this beautifully written narrative sets out the history of Britain in chronological order from the Romans to the death of Queen Victoria.Written specifically for children, this centenary edition with its short chapters, simple words, enthralling character descriptions and magnificent paintings from the Palace of Westminster, presents history as a series of vivid stories that will capture the imagination of adults and children alike.
The Economist
"Our Island Story is...cutting edge. With its brave mix of truth and myth, it is impeccably postmodern." -- The Economist, 20 August 2005
Time Out
"Its tight focus on the virtues of courage, wisdom and patriotism
keep it both valuable and relevant."
John Clare, The Daily Telegraph
"Our Island Story ... chimes with the Prince of Wales's campaign
to restore narrative and chronology to history teaching."
Bill Jamieson, The Scotsman
"This is history that imparts a sense of a great tapestry into
which we are woven."
Lady Antonia Fraser, The Daily Telegraph
"Extraordinarily evocative to a child's imagination."
The Economist
"Our Island Story is...cutting edge. With its brave mix of truth and myth, it is impeccably postmodern." -- The Economist, 20 August 2005
Time Out
"Its tight focus on the virtues of courage, wisdom and patriotism
keep it both valuable and relevant."
John Clare, The Daily Telegraph
"Our Island Story ... chimes with the Prince of Wales's campaign
to restore narrative and chronology to history teaching."
Bill Jamieson, The Scotsman
"This is history that imparts a sense of a great tapestry into
which we are woven."
Lady Antonia Fraser, The Daily Telegraph
"Extraordinarily evocative to a child's imagination."
