{"product_id":"9780099591825","title":"King John","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eKing John\u003c\/strong\u003e, Marc Morris delves into the tumultuous reign of one of England's most controversial monarchs. Often overshadowed by his more illustrious predecessors and successors, King John’s rule from 1199 to 1216 was marked by conflict, both internal and external. Morris masterfully reconstructs the political landscape of the time, revealing the complexities of John’s character and decisions that led to his infamous reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Morris paints a portrait of a king beset by enemies, both on the battlefield and within his court. From his struggles against rebellious barons to his fraught relationship with the Church, John’s reign is a compelling narrative of ambition, failure, and resilience. The author weaves in significant historical events, such as the signing of the Magna Carta, providing context to John’s legacy and its lasting impact on English governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Readers Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRichly detailed, bringing the medieval period to life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInsightful analysis of power dynamics and royal authority.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEngaging prose that balances scholarship with accessibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for history enthusiasts, students of medieval studies, and anyone intrigued by the complexities of monarchy. Those who appreciated Morris’s previous works, such as \u003cstrong\u003eThe Norman Conquest\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eThe Anglo-Saxons\u003c\/strong\u003e, will find \u003cstrong\u003eKing John\u003c\/strong\u003e to be another enlightening journey into England's past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e“Morris excels in making the past feel immediate and relevant.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56228960764236,"sku":"9780099591825","price":17.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780099591825_f84b281f-be19-4a23-bbeb-c73b63d78604.webp?v=1765662029","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/de-eu\/products\/9780099591825","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}