Britain Yesterday and Today is a book that looks at every aspect of British life over the last 150 years. It contrasts black and white images with color photographs from the 21st century of the same scenes and activities. The book is the fourth volume in the best-selling History of England series.

Some say that the book is a well-written account of 19th century British history that combines social and political history. Others say that it's a great overview of British history in the 19th and 20th centuries.