Kings & Queens

Historians and broadcasters Peter Snow and Ann Macmillan tell the real stories of the most powerful men and women in British history.

From Alfred the Great to Charles III, Kings & Queens explores the lives, loves, triumphs and disasters of a monarchy that is the envy of the world. From Charles I's romantic escapades and William III's asthma attack at the Battle of the Boyne to George II's touching funeral request and Elizabeth II's wartime truck-driving, this groundbreaking book brings these legendary figures to life like never before.

Painstakingly researched and thrillingly told, Kings & Queens offers a unique insight into the heroes - and villains - who were born to rule. Discover how the British sovereigns experienced success, failure, tragedy and joy, just like the rest of us - all while bearing the heavy weight of the crown.

This is the history of Britain, told through the lives of those who have ruled.

Peter Snow is a highly respected journalist, author and broadcaster. He was ITN's Diplomatic and Defence Correspondent from 1966 to 1979, and presented BBC's Newsnight from 1980 to 1997. For many years he was an indispensable part of election nights.

Ann MacMillan was one of Canada's first female reporters and moved to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's London Bureau after she married Peter Snow in 1976. They co-authored War Stories: Gripping Tales of Courage, Cunning and Compassion in 2017.

Dan Snow is a historian, broadcaster and television presenter. He has presented across the BBC including The One Show and his series, Battlefield Britain, presented with his father Peter Snow, won a BAFTA award. He was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2019 Queen's Birthday Honours List for his services to History.

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