"The Houses of Parliament" by Nigel Smith explores the intricate and often tumultuous history of one of the world's most iconic political buildings. The narrative delves into the architectural evolution, the key historical events that unfolded within its walls, and the significance of the Parliament to British democracy. Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, Smith highlights the personal stories of influential figures and the societal changes that have shaped the nation. Blending history with architectural critique, the book offers readers a deeper understanding of the symbolic and functional importance of this celebrated institution in British life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Great Buildings .

There are 48 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 1997 by Hachette Children's Group .

Nigel Smith is an enthusiastic historian and an expert on the Industrial Revolution. He holds a Master's degree and is head of history at Hall Mead School, Upminster. He has written many history books for young people.