The Lion of Justice (Norman Trilogy, Book #2)
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- Synopsis
- A raw and robust historical novel of Henry and the two brothers he fought for the throne of England--the second in the captivating Norman trilogy which began with The Bastard King. At his death William the Conqueror divided his realm among his three sons. To Rufus, he bequeathed the throne of England; to Robert, Normandy; to Henry, five thousand pounds silver. And so the battle was joined. Robert sought glory and power on a Crusade. Rufus gladly financed his brother's folly in return for sitting as Regent of Normandy. But Henry, The Lion of Justice, had vaster ambitions. Exploiting Rufus's open homosexuality and increasing unpopularity. he seized the throne, stole Normandy, and waged constant war against the Church. Master on the Battlefield, he brooked no opposition in the bedroom, taking mistresses at will, fathering royal bastards, and betraying Princess Edith of Scotland whose love weathered every disappointment. Alive with the tumult of the times, The Lion of Justice, is a riveting novel of royal ambition and noble love in a ruthless age.
- Copyright:
- 1975
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 285 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9780399123559
- Publisher:
- G.P. Putnam's Sons
- Date of Addition:
- 12/12/11
- Copyrighted By:
- Jean Plaidy
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- History, Literature and Fiction
- Submitted By:
- Jamie Yates
- Proofread By:
- Julia Kulak
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.