Written by Richard Hampton & David Weston - Performed by Derek Jacobi et al - Original Audio Nonfiction - 2 CASSETTES

Publisher, Audio Partners (June 2002)

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An entertaining tour of British royalty for history buffs and Anglophiles. It makes the one-thousand-year historical survey entertaining & lively.

This audiobook presents a fascinating, entertaining, and enlightening look at the public and private lives of the British royal families through the centuries, from Norman William the Conqueror to today's Queen Elizabeth II. In addition to Sir Derek Jacobi's brilliant narration, six other actors bring to life interspersed diaries and speeches written by the English monarchs themselves as well as observations by their contemporaries. Specially commissioned period music weaves all elements together, adding excitement, authenticity, and entertainment value.

About the Authors: Richard Hampton and David Weston are London-based actors who have performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company for many years. They are also co-authors of Shakespeare: His Life and Work, an award-winning audio original production published by The Audio Partners.

About the Performer: Acclaimed thespian Derek Jacobi has starred in numerous stage, film and television productions. He may be most famous for his portrayal of Brother Cadfael in the long-running Mystery! series on PBS TV.