The history of England is closely connected with the fate of the whole world. It just so happened that what was happening in the island state concerned the lives of people on different continents. Talking about the main events in British history, about monarchs who became famous far beyond the borders of their country, about military leaders and cultural figures, the author of the book seeks to reveal the phenomenon of the formation and flourishing of Great Britain. Numerous legends and historical anecdotes are also given, a description of the morals of the people in different historical eras is given, the most important British traditions are mentioned, which remain unshakable for centuries and determine the character and behavior of a true Briton.