The chapters are presented with a brief character analysis, a timeline of events, illustrations of people places and events, reflective observations from contemporaries and sections devoted to highlights of the ruler’s life.

British Kings and Queens takes an overall look at the British monarchy, explaining what a monarchy is, how it works and who gets to sit on the throne. Conversely, the unexpected arising of strong, capable, and even morally upright offspring from less than promising parentage testifies to the often surprising goodness of God’s providence, and should provide encouragement to historical pessimists (Edward III from Edward II, Edward VI and Elizabeth I from Henry VIII, George V from Edward VII). There were gradual advances toward the establishment and reliance on parliament and a prime minister. From medieval monarchs to the newly-crowned King Charles III, join award-winning author-illustrator Marcia Williams on an entertaining guide to every king and queen of Britain.

Since the history of England is so broad and deep, it is hard to get a handle on it in its totality . The way it is set up with many photos of the monarchs and artifacts, stories, bios, time lines of important events pertaining to their reign and a brief history for each is outstanding.

But after watching The King’s Speech and being also in the midst of working my way through Shakespeare's historical plays (to which this makes an excellent companion), I decided to dive in and read it cover to cover. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). It's beyond informational and I find this information is useful to know especially if you watch Jeopardy. Information-wise, the book is sufficient, but readers who already have a base familiarity with British monarchial history may be disappointed.

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In other words, we can take heart, as well as be warned, that DNA is not conclusive in determining one’s destiny. Luckily, the last round of sons have a real problem with producing living legitimate heirs, and we get Victoria.

An exquisite companion to There Once Was a Queen, this commemoration of King Charles III’s coronation is a gift book truly to be treasured.