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Delving into the eccentricities of England's monarchs, David Mitchell reveals the absurdity behind their powerful images, contrasting their royal personas with their often ridiculous realities. From the mythical King Arthur to the reign of Elizabeth I, the narrative chronicles the evolution of English governance, highlighting themes of narcissism, rebellion, and the absurdity of power. With sharp wit and historical insight, Mitchell examines how England transitioned from brute force to a system of divinely sanctioned rule, making history both entertaining and relevant.
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Unruly, David Mitchell
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- 2023
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- Title
- Unruly
- Subtitle
- The Ridiculous History of England's Kings and Queens
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Mitchell
- Publisher
- Crown Publishing Group
- Publisher
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 448
- ISBN13
- 9780593728482
- Category
- World history, Humor
- Description
- Delving into the eccentricities of England's monarchs, David Mitchell reveals the absurdity behind their powerful images, contrasting their royal personas with their often ridiculous realities. From the mythical King Arthur to the reign of Elizabeth I, the narrative chronicles the evolution of English governance, highlighting themes of narcissism, rebellion, and the absurdity of power. With sharp wit and historical insight, Mitchell examines how England transitioned from brute force to a system of divinely sanctioned rule, making history both entertaining and relevant.