The Face of Britain with Simon Schama

Simon Schama’s new book The Face of Britain: A History Of The Nation Through Its Portraits combines his two great passions for the first time: British history and art history. With an accompanying five-part BBC TV series and special displays at the National Portrait Gallery he embarks on a landmark journey of discovery, exploring the history of our nation through its portraits. To experience his discoveries firsthand, join Simon Schama for a thrilling evening where he will be discussing the stunning and surprising array of images that tell the story of the British from the Tudors to the present day. It will be sure to give a new perspective on the way we see Britain and each other.