Royal Panoply

"An entertaining history of English rulers from William the Conqueror to Elizabeth II” is presented in a series of colorful mini-biographies ( Publishers Weekly ). From a medieval warrior to a Renaissance autocrat, and from a Victorian Empress to the tabloid royals of today, Royal Panoply offers a revealing look at some of the most fascinating people in world history.  With her trademark blend of probing scholarship, lively prose, and psychological insight, Carolly Erickson focuses on each