Royal Animals

A beautifully illustrated history of royal animals in Britain, with a foreword by Sir Michael Morpurgo. Why do the three lions on the British crest look so much like leopards? Was there really a polar bear who fished in the Thames? When did the first elephant set foot on British soil? Full of astounding facts and amazing true animal stories. Find out about King Charles's spaniels, Queen Victoria's elephant and parrots and, of course, Queen Elizabeth II's corgis. A fascinating exploration of one thousand years of history, Royal Animals is engagingly written by Julia Golding, author of The Queen's Wardrobe, with beautiful artwork from illustrator Emily Sutton.