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 Windsor
Castle: The Official Illustrated History
Windsor Castle is the largest and oldest occupied castle in
existence. It is the home of the Queen, and with its skyline
of battlements, turrets and great Round Tower it is instantly
recognisable throughout the world. Visitors have been admitted
to the Castle since the eighteenth century, and in this flowing
and well-researched account John Martin Robinson traces the
building's 1,000 years of history. He describes how William
the Conqueror's impenetrable fortification became in time a
medieval hunting lodge, a private retreat and a magnificent
State residence. His final chapter describes the official engagements
that form part of the Queen's diary each year, and for this
new, expanded edition he also includes a full account of the
much-praised restoration work that was carried out after the
fire in 1992. New illustrations have also been added to the
final chapter, and throughout the book there are excellent reproductions
of the priceless works of art that form part of the Royal Collection
and the superb rooms in which they are displayed. The author's
lively writing style and the wide variety of the illustrations
make this title both an ideal introduction to the history of
the Castle and an attractive souvenir for the many visitors
of all nationalities who come to Windsor each year.
 Restoration:
Rebuilding of Windsor Castle (The Royal Collection)
Windsor Castle was devastated by fire. In this book Nicolson
charts the years since the fire through to the final rebuilding,
including dealing with the fire, the finances of restoring the
Castle and the decisions on whether simply to restore or make
changes.
 Britain's
Royal Families: The Complete Genealogy
Britain's Royal Families is a unique reference book. It provides,
for the first time in one volume, complete genealogical details
of all members of the royal houses of England, Scotland and
Great Britain, from 800 AD to the present. Here is the vital
biographical information relating not only to each monarch,
but also to every member of their immediate family, from parents
to grandchildren. Drawing on countless authorities, both ancient
and modern, it explores the royal family tree in unprecedented
depth and provides a comprehensive guide to the heritage of
today's royal family.
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