Spring 2025

Monarchy

From Dark Age Ruler to Modern Monarch

From the Series Political Systems in Action

  • Interest Level: Grade 4 - Grade 9
  • Reading Level: Grade 7

A monarchy is a system in which one person holds absolute power over all the people in a country. But how does this idea work in action?

This fascinating title looks at monarchy, its history, and its place in the world today. It compares kings and queens past with present monarchs and explores the most intriguing monarchs in world history. Discover the theoretical ideas behind monarchy, how it works in action, and the countries in which this political system is still in place.

Clear explanatory text examines how monarchy works in practice along with the theological ideas behind the politics. Detailed sidebars set out case studies that explore monarchs and monarchy and ask readers critical-thinking questions to help develop your own thoughts about the idea of kingdoms and kingship. The history of rule by monarchs is explored and contrasted with monarchy in the world today. Biographical features showcase some of the world’s most famous monarchs, and the often-violent fates that ended their reigns.

Monarchy is a must-have introduction to the world of politics.

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Interest Level Grade 4 - Grade 9
Reading Level Grade 7
Genre Social Studies
Category 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Traditional Nonfiction
Copyright 2025
Publisher Cheriton Children's Books
Imprint Cheriton Children's Books
Language English
Number of Pages 48
Publication Date 2025-01-01
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF043000, JNF025000
Dimensions 6.5 x 9
Features Accessible layouts, Author/Illustrator biography, Bibliography/further reading, Fast facts, Glossary, Index, Photo captions, Sidebars, and Table of contents

Author: Alex Webb

Alex Webb is a highly experience author who has written numerous children’s books on a wide variety of topics, from science and history to social sciences.