101 People Who Made the UK

From the builders of Stonehenge to Captain Tom Moore, 101 People Who Made the UK takes you on a sweeping journey through two thousand years of history — and millions more if you count the dinosaurs. Blending myth and fact, kings and commoners, warriors and writers, this book celebrates the men and women — and even a few who may never have existed — who shaped the story of a nation. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the people behind the headlines of the past, this is a lively, surprising, and inspiring guide to the figures who made Britain what it is today.