Alice Loxton’s EIGHTEEN: A History of Britain in 18 Young Lives has been shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year.

In EIGHTEEN, award-winning writer and broadcaster Alice Loxton delves into Britain’s past, exploring the country through eighteen notable figures at that most formative age – eighteen. From a young Elizabeth Tudor facing deadly intrigue at court, to Empress Matilda already changing the fate of nations, EIGHTEEN invites readers to join an eclectic cast of young Britons across the nation and throughout its history.

Filled with fascinating stories of royalty, explorers, writers and entertainers, EIGHTEEN asks what lessons we can learn for modern Britain, and how we can overcome the hurdles we face in life.

EIGHTEEN was published by Macmillan in August 2024.