Carradice, Phil
Robert the Bruce: Scotland's True Braveheart
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399002608
- author:
- Carradice, Phil
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pen & Sword History
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 centimetres (0.46 kg
- Genre:
- Biography, Royalty, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Robert the Bruce: Scotland's True Braveheart by Phil Carradice is a comprehensive account of the life and reign of the Scottish hero and monarch. This detailed biography explores Robert's journey from childhood to death, examining the complex web of politics, social dynamics, and military conflicts that shaped his time in power. The book delves into Robert's relationships with key figures such as Edward I and Edward II of England, William Wallace, and other contenders for the Scottish crown. It also scrutinizes the murder of John Comyn, a pivotal event that had far-reaching consequences for Robert's career and Scotland's future. Through this chronological narrative, Carradice sheds light on Robert's rise to power, his struggles and battles, and ultimately, his triumph in securing Scotland's independence. Robert the Bruce was a complex figure, marked by both ruthlessness and strategic brilliance. This biography offers a nuanced portrayal of a man who defies simplistic categorization, instead revealing a multifaceted individual driven by a deep sense of purpose.
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