1066 And All That: A Memorable History Of England, Comprising All The Parts You Can Remember, Including 103 Good Things, 5 Bad Kings And A Genuine Dates
1066 And All That: A Memorable History Of England, Comprising All The Parts You Can Remember, Including 103 Good Things, 5 Bad Kings And A Genuine Dates
Edition: repr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
1066 And All That presents a hilariously skewed and utterly unforgettable chronicle of English history, from the Norman Conquest to the end of the First World War. This seminal work of parody illustrates the absurdity of historical narratives often presented as definitive truth, offering a comedic alternative filled with Good Things and Bad Things. Sellar & Yeatman's witty and irreverent style transforms centuries of events into a series of memorable, if entirely inaccurate, anecdotes. The book argues for a fresh, albeit nonsensical, perspective on the past, ensuring readers will never look at historical textbooks the same way again. Its enduring charm and sharp satire continue to entertain and enlighten, making it a timeless classic of British humor.
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Edition: repr.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
1066 And All That presents a hilariously skewed and utterly unforgettable chronicle of English history, from the Norman Conquest to the end of the First World War. This seminal work of parody illustrates the absurdity of historical narratives often presented as definitive truth, offering a comedic alternative filled with Good Things and Bad Things. Sellar & Yeatman's witty and irreverent style transforms centuries of events into a series of memorable, if entirely inaccurate, anecdotes. The book argues for a fresh, albeit nonsensical, perspective on the past, ensuring readers will never look at historical textbooks the same way again. Its enduring charm and sharp satire continue to entertain and enlighten, making it a timeless classic of British humor.
