Caroline's writing delves into the intricacies of parliamentary history and archival science, offering readers a unique perspective on the preservation and interpretation of historical records. Her work illuminates crucial moments within governmental institutions, drawing on her extensive experience as Director of the Parliamentary Archives. She approaches historical narratives with a meticulous attention to detail, uncovering the stories hidden within official documentation. Through her research, she reveals the profound impact of past events on the present political landscape.
The thrilling but largely unknown story of the day in 1834 that the 800 year- old Houses of Parliament burned down - an event that was as shocking and significant to contemporaries as the death of Princess Diana was to us at the end of the 20th century.
The gigantic covert wartime mission led by the men and women of London's museums and galleries to save the nation's priceless heritage.
The saga of the epic battle to re-build the Houses of Parliament after the great fire of 1834, this is also the story of how the greatest construction programme in Britain for centuries produced one of the most famous and instantly recognizable buildings ever built