George V

by David Cannadine

Book Overview

The acclaimed Penguin Monarchs series: short, fresh, expert accounts of England's rulers - now in paperback

For a man with such conventional tastes and views, George V had a revolutionary impact. Almost despite himself he marked a decisive break with his flamboyant predecessor Edward VII, inventing the modern monarchy, with its emphasis on frequent public appearances, family values and duty. George V was an effective war-leader and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 014198872X
• ISBN13: 9780141988726
• Release Date: October 2018
• Publisher: Penguin Group
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 4.3" x 7.0"