Details : Condition: Brand New Format: Hardback ISBN: 9780008298401 Publisher: William Collins (HarperCollins) Overview Elizabethans is Andrew Marr's Sunday Times bestselling history of modern Britain, now adapted into a major BBC TV series. Spanning the decades since the Queen's accession in 1953, Marr traces the extraordinary individuals who shaped the country we live in today. Told with wit, warmth and sharp insight, this hardback edition is a vivid first draft of contemporary British history, perfect for readers of popular history, biography and social commentary. About the Book In Elizabethans, Andrew Marr sets out to answer a deceptively simple question: who made modern Britain the country it is today? Ranging from politicians and inventors to musicians, activists and rebels, Marr weaves together the stories of people who reshaped the nation across the second Elizabethan age. From David Attenborough to Zaha Hadid, from Dusty Springfield to David Olusoga, the book moves through post-war austerity, the cultural explosions of the 1960s, industrial decline, immigration and the birth of a genuinely diverse Britain. Marr's trademark style combines the pace of a well-told story with the rigour of a seasoned journalist and broadcaster, offering unexpected angles on famous names and overlooked figures alike. The book has been widely praised for its accessibility and narrative drive, likened by reviewers to watching a national drama unfold chapter by chapter. Since publication, Elizabethans has become a Sunday Times bestseller and has been adapted into a major BBC television series, cementing its place as one of the defining popular histories of modern Britain. This brand new hardback edition makes an excellent addition to any home library or a thoughtful gift for history lovers. Sunday Times bestseller, now adapted into a major BBC TV series Engaging, accessible narrative history spanning 1953 to the present day Written by acclaimed journalist and broadcaster Andrew Marr Brand new hardback edition, ideal for gifting or collecting Covers politics, culture, immigration and social change in modern Britain Perfect for readers of history, biography and current affairs About the Author Andrew William Stevenson Marr (born 31 July 1959) is a British journalist, author, broadcaster and presenter. He began his career as a political commentator at The Scotsman, later editing The Independent from 1996 to 1998, and served as political editor of BBC News from 2000 to 2005. Marr has hosted BBC Radio 4's Start the Week and presented his own long-running Sunday morning political programme on BBC One. He is the author of several acclaimed works of popular history and journalism. Why You'll Love This Book Elizabethans brings modern British history to life through the people who lived it, blending sharp journalism with genuine warmth. It's the ideal read for history enthusiasts, book club groups, or anyone who enjoyed the BBC TV adaptation and wants the full story. Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly from the image shown; this is the current UK edition with the ISBN as listed.