Eighteen by Alice Loxton – A History of Britain in 18 Young Lives

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Filled with fascinating stories of royalty, explorers, writers and entertainers, Eighteen asks what lessons we can learn for modern Britain.

Published 5 Jun 2025 (Preorder)
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About The Book

At eighteen, your life is full of of what-ifs and why-nots. You have everything to look forward to – unless you’ve got the plague . . .

What happens if the First World War breaks out while you’re at university?

How does a young woman, born without arms or legs, make a living in Georgian London?

What turns a rugby-obsessed teenager from a Welsh mining town into Richard Burton?

In this unconventional and witty history, award-winning writer and broadcaster Alice Loxton delves into Britain’s past, exploring the country through eighteen notable figures at that most formative age – eighteen. From a young Elizabeth Tudor facing deadly intrigue at court, to Empress Matilda already changing the fate of nations, Eighteen invites readers to join an eclectic cast of young Britons across the nation and throughout its history.

About the Author

Alice Loxton is one of Britain’s most exciting young historians. She has been a pioneer in bringing history to new audiences through social media, and has a total following of over 2 million across Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. She is an experienced writer and presenter, regularly presenting documentaries on History Hit, Channel 4 and the BBC. She is the author of the acclaimed book UPROAR: Scandal, Satire and Printmakers in Georgian London, nominated for Blackwell’s Book of the Year.
Binding

Paperback

Author

Alice Loxton

ISBN

9781035031290

Page Count

352

Publisher

Pan Macmillan

Published

5 Jun 2025

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