Which King trained his pet monkey to give rude gestures? Which ruthless Queen enjoyed toasting people to a crisp? Whose reign lasted only nine days? The Head That Wears A Crown is a captivating collection that features the Kings and Queens of the British Isles as youve never seen them before. Read Queen Victorias Twitter posts and young Elizabeth Is letters to her fathers latest wife. Hear the muddy marching song of King Harolds soldiers and learn which royal was Danish as a pastry, but nothing like as sweet! Intriguing, comical and accompanied by fascinating historical facts, these vibrant poems are a joy to read, bringing a long line of daring and devious monarchs to life.
