Reviews

"There is no substitute for local guides, usually written by enthusiastic amateur historians. One splendid example, written by two Americans Sarah Valente Kettler and Carole Trimble, is The Amateur Historian's Guide to Medieval and Tudor London."

About Medieval & Tudor England: Day Trips South of London: "Their itineraries are practical, their descriptions of the stops thorough, but the real delight lies in their lighthearted approach to history. There are lots of tongues in cheeks here, and plenty of good anecdotes in the form of 'Did you know?' blurbs. In all, it makes for some enjoyable reading, whether you plan to follow in the authors' footsteps or not, and is just the thing for readers who dare to think that history just might be more fun than it is serious."

"Even if you don't consider yourself an amateur historian, castles and cathedrals are likely to be a part of any itinerary in Britain. And in The Amateur Historian's Guide to Medieval & Tudor England: Day Trips South of London, authors Sarah Valente Kettler and Carole Trimble lay out a brief, concise history of a region steeped in history. The text is presented in a light, humorous way intended to amuse as well as inform."

"The search is ended, and the Holy Grail of Guidebooks has been discovered! If you wish to pursue the most enjoyable of historical rambles through medieval and Tudor London, then the one indispensable adjunct to such a trip is The Amateur Historian's Guide to Medieval & Tudor London."

“It was hard to write a review of The Amateur Historian’s Guide to Medieval and Tudor London; my wife grabbed my copy and wouldn’t put it down! When I finally laid hands on the book, I could see why she was so possessive. Engaging, witty, and thoroughly researched, the book is an entertaining read for experienced travelers and London neophytes alike.”

The Chicago Tribune Internet Edition
“The Resourceful Traveler”
May 20, 2001

“Best friends and co-authors Sarah Valente Kettler and Carole Trimble are also amateur historians. They have combined their interests and expertise to create this fun and highly enjoyable book. It not only describes medieval and Tudor age sites in London but also discusses historical events that occurred during those periods.”

“For following the London footsteps of Shakespeare’s kings and nobles ... indeed for tracking the Bard himself ... there is simply no better guide.”

“Highly informative . . .if you are interested in Medieval and Tudor London, this exhaustive compendium of information is for you."