The Windsors at War : The Nazi Threat to the Crown by Alexander Larman

The Windsors at War : The Nazi Threat to the Crown by Alexander Larman'This riotous and engaging biography has it all'GUARDIAN'As much fun to read as a good political thriller'WALL STREET JOURNALAt the outbreak of war, the British monarchy was in turmoil. Edward VIII had abdicated, leaving his brother Bertie to take on a role he never expected: King George VI. Meanwhile, as Edward awaited the decree that would allow him to marry his mistress, Wallis Simpson, he took an increasing interest in Hitler's expansionist plans.

eye-catching illustrations will help readers aged 8+ understand crucial concepts

Did he change his views at some stage between then and now

But he knows that even rubbish can sometimes contain treasure

fly around a majestic rainbow and roam the garden of an ice castle

Full of awe-inspiring scenes from space

and looking for a way to destroy Camp Half-Blood

and the huge rewards of an alcohol-free life - a life of freedom that's waiting for you

With vibrant and captivating illustrations by Mike Holmes

in its language and music

creator of the Michelin-starred restaurant Maydan and beloved Compass Rose

His examination of Greek city-states gave us political science

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