The Greatest Knight

William Marshal (1147-1219) was the Lancelot of his era - a landless younger son who rose through the ranks to serve as right-hand man to five English monarchs, including Richard the Lionheart and his brother John. Drawing on contemporary evidence, including the sole surviving copy of a 13th-century biography, this compelling study resurrects a courageous warrior, tournament champion, wily politician and, ultimately, regent of the realm, against a rich tapestry of chivalry, grandeur and barbarity.

Product Overview
ISBN 9781471163388
Categories Biographies and Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction: Humanities, PH New Arrivals, PH New Arrivals NF
Author(s) Thomas Asbridge
Publisher Simon & Schuster
Weight 0.35 kg