by Ian Mortimer
First published 2008
Ascending the throne at just 14, Edward III navigates a kingdom on the brink, beset by enemies foreign and domestic. But through cunning and force of will, he reshapes England's fortunes, winning historic victories across Europe. Yet as his reign progresses, the personal toll mounts - warring with France, clashing with kin, and pursuing a reckless quest for glory. Mortimer's vivid portrait captures the complex man behind the legend, a flawed but formidable king who left an indelible mark.
Genres: historical-fiction, political-science, biography-memoir, military-history
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, flawed-protagonist
Setting: England, Great Britain
Period: Edward III, 1327-1377
536 pages · Paperback · Vintage Books