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King Stephen
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King Stephen
A biography that provides the most authoritative picture yet of King Stephen, whose reign (1135-1154), with its 'nineteen long winters' of civil war, made his name synonymous with failed leadership. After years of work on the sources, the author shows with clarity the strengths and weaknesses of the monarch.
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From Yale's English Monarchs series, the most authoritative picture yet of King Stephen
"King has written a masterpiece that reveals how a medieval political community can both consume and then reconstitute itself and offers readers a king emblematic of his truncated, troubled age."—Choice
King Stephen's reign (1135–1154), with its "nineteen long winters" of civil war, made his name synonymous with failed leadership. After years of work on the sources, Edmund King shows with rare clarity the strengths and weaknesses of the monarch. Keeping Stephen at the forefront of his account, the author also chronicles the activities of key family members and associates whose loyal support sustained Stephen's kingship.
In 1135, the popular Stephen was elected king against the claims of the empress Matilda and her sons. But by 1153, Stephen had lost control over Normandy and other important regions, England had lost prestige, and the weakened king was forced to cede his family's right to succession.
A rich narrative covering the drama of a tumultuous reign, this book focuses well-deserved attention on a king who lost control of his destiny.
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King Stephen by Edmund King is praised for its comprehensive and detailed exploration of the king's life, offering a compelling narrative. Reviewers highlight King's keen analytical skills, his ability to engage with contemporary sources, and his insightful interpretations. The biography is recognised for its engaging storytelling, making King Stephen's era vivid and dynamic for modern readers.
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ISBN: 9780300181951
Publisher: Yale University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 16 April 2012
Country: United States
Imprint: Yale University Press
Illustration: 16 b-w illus.
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 612g
Pages: 384
About the Author
Edmund King is emeritus professor of medieval history, University of Sheffield. He lives in Sheffield, UK.
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