Dean Stanway is middle aged, over weight and out of shape. He's never played football for a team in his life. A workplace accident is about to change all that. Suddenly he finds he has a special skill that sets him apart from any other footballer. With an eye on the Premier League can he persuade anyone to give him a trial? Will he turn the football world upside down? And what price is he prepared to pay for fame, glory and love? Join Dean and his friend Kavi as they try to make their way ...

This entertaining guide covers the period from 1485 to 1603, exploring the life and times of everyday people (from famine and the flu epidemic, to education, witchcraft and William Shakespeare) as well as the intrigues and scandals at court. Strap yourself in and get ready for a rollercoaster ride through the romantic and political liaisons of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I - and that's not all! Information on surviving Tudor buildings, such as Hampton Court, adds a contemporary twist for read...