Description
Harold Godwinson, King of England, was unable to defend his realm from William the Conqueror's invading Norman army in 1066. The Normans wreaked havoc across the country and changed the history of England forever. This full-scale biography of England's last Anglo-Saxon king reveals an astute political operator who, as Earl of Wessex, won the affection of the English people and the support of Edward the Confessor to succeed him. Peter Rex tells the story of a formidable warrior-king killed in battle in defence of his kingdom.
About the Author
Peter Rex was Head of History at Prince Thorpe College for twenty years. He was an acknowledged expert on Eleventh-century English and Norman history. He died in March 2012.
Reviews
'Rex has a real ability to communicate difficult issues to a wide audience' -- BBC History Magazine
Book Information
ISBN 9781445657219
Author Peter Rex
Format Paperback
Page Count 304
Imprint Amberley Publishing
Publisher Amberley Publishing
Weight(grams) 247g
About the Author
Peter Rex was Head of History at Prince Thorpe College for twenty years. He was an acknowledged expert on Eleventh-century English and Norman history. He died in March 2012.
Reviews
'Rex has a real ability to communicate difficult issues to a wide audience' -- BBC History Magazine
Book Information
ISBN 9781445657219
Author Peter Rex
Format Paperback
Page Count 304
Imprint Amberley Publishing
Publisher Amberley Publishing
Weight(grams) 247g
