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| Publisher | Faber & Faber |
| ISBN 13 | 9780571329113 |
| Book Subtitle | Henry Ii, His Sons And The Wars For The Plantagenet Crown |
| Book Description | A vivid and humane study of the Plantagenets' diabolical and devious first family. a real joy to read. ' Dan Jones, author of The Plantagenets. In The Restless Kings Nick Barratt presents the tumultuous struggle for supremacy between the first Plantagenet king, Henry II, and his four sons. This conflict tore apart the most powerful family in Western Europe and shaped the future of both Britain and France, with a significance which still resonates today. Exploring the personalities and crises facing this extraordinary family, The Restless Kings brings to life some of the most remarkable, complex, flawed and brilliant monarchs ever to have sat on the English throne, and will challenge everything you thought you knew about the medieval world. |
| About the Author | Professor Nick Barratt is an author, broadcaster and historian best known for his work on BBC's Who Do You Think You Are. He is an honorary associate professor of public history at the University of Nottingham, and Director of the University of London's Senate House Library, as well as a teaching fellow at the University of Dundee. His most recent publication, The Forgotten Spy, tells the story of his great uncle - Stalin's first mole in Whitehall. He has previously written on subjects as diverse as the story of Greater London and the Titanic. |
| Language | English |
| Author | Nick Barratt |
| Publication Date | 13-Aug-19 |
| Number of Pages | 336 |
The Restless Kings: Henry Ii, His Sons And The Wars For The Plantagenet Crown Paperback English by Nick Barratt - 13-Aug-19
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