Cambridge University’s Dr Nigel Spivey tells the stories of twelve great kings and queens. At the scenes of the decisive moments in British history, accompanied by dramatic reconstructions, he pieces together the incidents, battles and motivations that shaped their lives. From William the Conqueror, king of England from 1066 until his death in 1087, all the way until Queen Elizabeth the Second, this insightful series tracks the history and legacy of some of the most important monarchs in history.

12 x 30′