kings and rulers

Describes the Queen's childhood, highlights the triumphs and troubles of her reign, and captures the Queen in various roles.

A biography of the last tsar of Russia, Nicholas II who was forced to abdicate in 1917.

A biography of the eighteenth-century Prussian king whose firm government and military exploits earned him the title of "enlightened despot.".

Traces the life of the warrior king of Macedonia who conquered and unified the known world and even led his army into unexplored areas in his quest for new lands to conquer. Also discusses the history and culture of Ancient Greece and describes the impact of its civilization on the Western world.

Follows Merlin, the magician, from his childhood in the court of the King of Wales until Arthur's birth.

Examines both the legends and the facts surrounding the literary and historical figure of Britain's King Arthur.

Celebrates the occasion of Queen Elizabeth II's diamond jubilee with the inside story of England's longest-reigning queen and her achievements.

Retells the life of Cleopatra, from her first meeting with Julius Caesar to her death by snakebite, focusing on dispelling the legends built up throughout history about the ruler.