A scintilating new history of Britain told through eighteen figures of British history - and what they achieved at eighteen years-old. From Alice Loxton, bestselling author and social media sensation.

Book Synopsis

'Utterly, utterly brilliant. Fizzing with energy, wit and insight' - Tracy Borman, bestselling historian

Biggest books to look out for in 2024 - The Guardian

At eighteen, your life is full of of what-ifs and why-nots. You have everything to look forward to - unless you've got the plague . . .

From a young Elizabeth Tudor facing deadly intrigue at court to a teenage Richard Burton, the rugby-obsessed son of a Welsh miner, historian Alice Loxton explores Britain's past through the lives of eighteen figures at this crucial age.

How do you make a living in Georgian London with no arms or legs? What would you do if a world war interrupted your university studies? With plenty of wit and insight, Eighteen invites readers to join an eclectic cast of young Britons across the nation and throughout its history.

Filled with fascinating stories of royalty, explorers, writers and entertainers, Eighteen asks what lessons we can learn for modern Britain.

'A whirlwind of historical energy . . . one of the brightest new stars of popular history' - Dan Jones

'Brilliantly original, wonderfully perceptive and full of rich insights . . . Loxton has confirmed her place as one of our most exciting and talented young historians' - James Holland, bestselling author and historian

About the Author

Alice Loxton is one of Britain's most exciting young historians. She has been a pioneer in bringing history to new audiences through social media, and has a total following of over 2 million across Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. She is an experienced writer and presenter, regularly presenting documentaries on History Hit, Channel 4 and the BBC. She is the author of the acclaimed book UPROAR: Scandal, Satire and Printmakers in Georgian London, nominated for Blackwell's Book of the Year.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 9.32 Inches (H) x 6.37 Inches (W) x 1.21 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.2 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 336

Genre: History

Sub-Genre: Europe

Publisher: MacMillan UK

Theme: Great Britain, General

Format: Hardcover

Author: Alice Loxton

Language: English

Street Date: November 12, 2024

TCIN: 91478073

UPC: 9781035031283

Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-1127

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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