Veronica Wedgwood (1893–1960) was a distinguished British historian and author, born in England. Known for her scholarly rigor and engaging writing style, she made significant contributions to the study of history, particularly in the fields of medieval and early modern Britain. Wedgwood's work was widely respected for its clarity and depth, earning her a prominent place in the academic community.
A wonderfully bold and wide-ranging narrative of the world's defining events from the beginning of civilization to the early Renaissance. "Her style is a marvel of clarity. And, in sheer readability she is a match for any historian living or dead." --J. H. Plumb, The Sunday Times.