by Alan Bennett
First published 1992
King George III's erratic behavior sets the court abuzz with rumor and intrigue. As the monarch's grip on power crumbles, the Prince Regent maneuvers to seize control. Doctors are summoned to treat the deranged king, but their frightening "cures" only worsen his condition. In this gripping historical drama, Alan Bennett explores the fragility of kingship and the corrosive effects of madness on authority.
Genres: drama, historical-fiction, 20th-century, 19th-century, historical-drama
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: political-intrigue, power-dynamics
Period: 19th-century
96 pages · Paperback · Faber & Faber