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1839946393 
Book Great Elizabethans: HM Queen Elizabeth II & 25 amazing Britons from her reign; written by Imogen Russell Williams; illustrated by Sara Mulvanny
Year: 2022
Language: English
Type: Book
Class Number: 920.02*
Publisher: Nosy Crow, 2022
Physical or Electronic: Physical
ISBN: 9781839946394
Notes:
Celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the incredible history of HM Queen Elizabeth II's 70-year reign, told through the enthralling life stories of 25 amazing people who have called Britain home. The reign of HM Queen Elizabeth II has been long and eventful. Over the past 70 years, Great Britain has seen incredible changes in the ways we live, think and feel, shaped by the inspiring people who were born in Britain or arrived on its shores. As we approach the Platinum Jubilee in June 2022, learn about the Queen's life and 25 other amazing history-makers - from modern pioneers, leaders and scientists to writers, athletes and activists - in this illustrated special edition paperback. Each page spread is devoted to a tale of an incredible Briton, told by talented writer and children's book critic Imogen Russell Williams and brought to life by Sara Mulvanny's vivid colour illustration.
Series: Inspiring lives
Extent: 64 pages, illustrations (colour), 29 cm, pbk
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