{"product_id":"william-ii-penguin-monarchs-the-red-king","title":"William II (Penguin Monarchs): The Red King","description":"Brand New From Reputable UK Company With 30 Years Experience In Retail, Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.\u003cbr\u003eAll items shipped within 3 working days of payment.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that all our DVDs are Region 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \\\\'William II (Penguin Monarchs): The Red King,\\\\' part of the esteemed Penguin Monarchs series, esteemed historian John Gillingham delves into the tumultuous reign of William II of England, known as Rufus. This concise biography unravels the enigma of a king whose reign was marked by stark contradictions, from his military prowess to his controversial personal life and untimely, mysterious death. Gillingham navigates through the political intrigue, battles, and the king's complex relationships with the church and nobility, offering fresh insights into the life of a monarch who played a pivotal role in shaping medieval England. This book promises to engage history enthusiasts with its compelling narrative and rigorous scholarship, shedding light on the legacy of a king often overshadowed by his father, William the Conqueror, and brother, Henry I.","brand":"Chalkys.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48861785653570,"sku":"1300549","price":8.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0056\/8043\/1219\/files\/31ZesFILuvL._SL1500.jpg?v=1717153891","url":"https:\/\/chalkys.com\/products\/william-ii-penguin-monarchs-the-red-king","provider":"Chalkys.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}