Spinks, Stephen
Robert the Bruce: Champion of a Nation
- ISBN 13:
- 9781398119543
- author:
- Spinks, Stephen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 2.3 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- History, Medieval, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Robert the Bruce: A Complex King Robert the Bruce is a figure shrouded in both history and legend. He secured Scottish independence against English imperial aggression, winning the Battle of Bannockburn and becoming a self-made king. However, his life was far from straightforward. Behind the myths surrounding Robert lies a complex individual, confronted by hardships and difficult decisions. He was not born to rule, but instead rose to power through determination and strategic action. Bruce's personal life was marked by tragedy, including the loss of four brothers and the imprisonment of his family members at the hands of the English. Despite these challenges, Bruce remained focused and determined, employing unconventional tactics such as guerrilla warfare to fight against the English. He also cultivated symbols of kingship, demonstrated piety, and carefully managed his patronage. Ultimately, King Robert unified a deeply divided kingdom and secured its independence from England, forging a legacy that has endured for 700 years.
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