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The World of Scandals at Court

Brief Description
Immerse yourself in some of the most interesting scandals in British and European royal history, from the intrigues of Henry VIII to Guy Fawkes' gunpowder plot. Illustrated by Barry Falls and accompanied by an expert text from historian and author Professor Kate Williams, this jigsaw will... Read More
Format: Jigsaw
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Immerse yourself in some of the most interesting scandals in British and European royal history, from the intrigues of Henry VIII to Guy Fawkes' gunpowder plot. Illustrated by Barry Falls and accompanied by an expert text from historian and author Professor Kate Williams, this jigsaw will allow you to discover some of history's most intriguing moments β€” from the Normans to the Victorians!

1000-PIECE PUZZLE that measures 48.5 x 68 cm (19 x 27 in.) when completed.

INCLUDES A PULL-OUT POSTER with an expert text pulling out all the historical detail.

BESTSELLING SERIES: The World of... jigsaw puzzles from Laurence King are a fun way to celebrate moments of history, pop culture, and the lives and works of creative greats.

LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts, and books.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399632829

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Jigsaw

Date Published: 18 June 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Laurence King Publishing

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Barry Falls

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 300g

Pages: 1

About the Author

Barry Falls is an illustrator based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He has worked for Netflix, The Guardian, Macmillan Children's Books, The Story Museum and Channel 4.

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