{"product_id":"challenges-of-a-king","title":"Challenges of a King","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Excellent' Stewart Binns, author of the Making of England series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe fight for England began long before 1066\u003cp\u003eAD 1045. Godwin of Wessex, one of the most powerful earls in the country, prepares for the marriage of his daughter to King Edward of England. The mood is jubilant, his family's relationship with the Crown secured through matrimony. But one man seeks to undermine him at every opportunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrench-born Bishop of London, Robert of Jumiges, has the ear of the king. As a trusted adviser, his position is one of power and privilege, and he wields it to gain ever-greater influence over the English Crown for his kinsmen in Normandy, at Godwin's expense.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the bishop's control increases, the king's relationship with the House of Godwin frays until, eventually, it breaks down completely. With civil war looming, Godwin fights to pull England back from the brink. But with the king under Norman influence, it could be too little, too late.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Challenges of a King\u003c\/i\u003e is the first book in a thrilling new series from K. M. Ashman exploring the politics, promises and intrigue that led three men to contest the throne in 1066, and to the final successful invasion of England. Perfect for fans of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Challenges of a King\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003ci\u003eThe Challenges of a King\u003c\/i\u003e is an excellent read. The historical accuracy tied to a fictional account is highly commendable and the narrative moves along at a gripping pace. The dialogue is sharp and authentic and the story is told clearly and concisely. I highly recommend the book to anyone who loves historical fiction' Stewart Binns, author of the Making of England series\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Canelo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54219700142424,"sku":"9781800323643","price":17.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9781800323643.jpg?v=1780382758","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/challenges-of-a-king","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}