Packed with thought-provoking and intriguing facts, an entertaininglook at the UK's imperial past as you've never seen it before
Out of 193 countries that are currently UN member states, the UK hasinvaded or fought conflicts in the territory of 171. That s not far off a massive, jaw-dropping 90 percent. Not too many Britons know that the UKinvaded Iran in World War IIwith the Soviets. You can be fairly sure a lot more Iranians do. Or what about the time they arrived with elephants to invade Ethiopia? Every summer, hordes of British tourists now occupy Corfu and the other Ionian islands....
Packed with thought-provoking and intriguing facts, an entertaininglook at the UK's imperial past as you've never seen it before
With a hundred haikus, each accompanied by a wonderful full-page illustration and enlightening commentary, this book is perfect for those looking for a more poetic exploration of the Roman Empire.
With a hundred haikus, each accompanied by a wonderful full-page illustration and enlightening commentary, this book is perfect for those looking for ...
