British Millennium

For almost 900 years, from 1066 to the mid-20th century, Britain was physically separated from the rest of Europe. The Channel was narrow enough to allow early trade with near neighbors, but wide enough to make it impossible for any army, no matter how strong, to invade, & the British Isles remained inviolate & unplundered. This remarkable book, issued by The Hulton Getty Picture Collection, provides a comprehensive visual documentation of the past millennium in British history. Each page is filled with photographs & illustrations that bring the people, places & events to life -- there are over 1,000 color & B&W illustrations. Also includes maps & timelines.