Great Events: The Battle of Hastings

Why and how did the Battle of Hastings steer Britain down a new course of history? This book explores a day that changed Britain forever in simple words and exciting pictures. Some historical events are so significant that nothing is ever the same again. This account of the Battle of Hastings includes drawings which fit wonderfully into the narrative and will get kids interested in historical facts. A timeline of events, from Edward the Confessor’s birth to the battle itself, helps to support children’s learning.