“tells the story of one of England’s most successful monarchs, especially given the challenges he faced on his way to the throne.”
"a fascinating narrative . . . Pegg is a masterful guide into the developing Christian world."
“an incomplete, unconvincing picture.”
“Jones seeks to explain ‘how similar we are to medieval people—as well as acknowledging our real and profound differences.’ The author wants this history ‘to be fun,’ not complicated, dry,