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The Palace

From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of British History at Hampton Court

by Gareth Russell

Narrator John Telfer

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Length 14 hours 14 minutes

Language English

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“Extremely interesting history of the monarchs who occupied Hampton Court Palace for hundreds of years. What a staggering peek into the royals’ lives, pursuits of power, and atrocities committed in the name of religion! I wanted to learn more about the palace because the hedge maze on the grounds was mentioned in Three Men in a Boat by Jerome K. Jerome when one of the characters hilariously gets lost in the maze. The palace, however, holds a much darker history that is brought to life with the perfect narration in the audiobook. I’m ready to see this grand court in person now! ”
— Annette • The Well-Read Moose

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A “riotously readable…tender and affectionate” (Daily Mail, London) exploration of five hundred years of British history—from King Henry VIII to Queen Elizabeth II—as seen through the doorways of the exquisite Hampton Court Palace.

Architecturally breathtaking and rich in splendid art and décor, Hampton Court Palace has been the stage of some of the most important events in British history, such as the commissioning of King James’s version of the Bible, the staging of many of Shakespeare’s plays, and Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation ball.

The Palace takes us on “an entertaining journey into the past” (Kirkus Reviews) as it reveals the ups and downs of royal history and illustrates what was at play politically, socially, and economically at the time. An engaging and charming history book that is perfect for fans of Alison Weir, Philippa Gregory, and Andrew Lownie, The Palace makes you feel as if you were in the room as history was made.

History Nonfiction

Educated at Oxford University and Queen’s University, Belfast, Gareth Russell is a historian, novelist, and playwright. He is the author of several books, including The Palace, The Ship of Dreams, Young and Damned and Fair, The Emperors, and Do Let’s Have Another Drink. He lives in Belfast, Northern Ireland.