A Brief History of Great Britain narrates the history of Great Britain from the earliest times to the 21st century, covering the entire island England, Wales, and Scotland as well as associated archipelagos such as the Channel Islands, the Orkneys, and Ireland as they have influenced British history. The central story of this volume is the development of the British kingdom, including its rise and decline on the world stage. The book is built around a clear chronological political narrative while incorporating treatment of social, economic, and religious issues.

Coverage includes:

Early Settlements, Celts, and Romans

Anglo-Saxons, Scots, and Vikings

Scotland, England, and Wales

Britain in the Late Middle Ages

The Making of Protestant Britain

Industry and Conquest

Britain in the Age of Empire

An Age of Crisis

The Age of Consensus

A House Divided.