Why do the three lions on the British crest resemble leopards? When did the first elephant arrive in Britain? Is it true that a polar bear once fished in the River Thames? This beautifully illustrated history of royal animals in Britain spans from 1066 to the present day and includes a foreword by Sir Michael Morpurgo. This large hardback book features a jacket with elegant red foil detailing, gold corgi endpapers, and stunning hand-painted illustrations on every page by renowned artist Emily Sutton.

Why do the three lions on the British crest resemble leopards? When did the first elephant arrive in Britain? Is it true that a polar bear once fished in the River Thames? This beautifully illustrated history of royal animals in Britain spans from 1066 to the present day and includes a foreword by Sir Michael Morpurgo. This large hardback book features a jacket with elegant red foil detailing, gold corgi endpapers, and stunning hand-painted illustrations on every page by renowned artist Emily Sutton.