During the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the Christian Church will take centre stage once again, as the established religion in England. But why does the Church have such prominence in state affairs, and should it keep this privileged position in 21st Century, multi-faith Britain? ‘Defenders Of The Faith’ explores the powerful connection between religion and the British monarchy from its earliest times, through to the Reformation, the Civil War, and the reconfigured wholesome family monarchy of Victoria and her successors, down to Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II – and into the future when the new ‘defender of the faith’ is crowned.

Author Catherine Pepinster Published by Hodder & Stoughton ISBN 9781399800075 EAN 9781399800075 Bic Code BGR|HBJD Cover Paperback