Title: The heart of the lion
First published: 1977
Description: At the age of 32, Richard the Lionheart has finally succeeded Henry II to the English throne. And, against his father’s wishes, he intends to make Berengaria, daughter of the King of Navarre, his Queen. But first he must fulfil his vow to his country to win back Jerusalem for the Christian world. Leaving England to begin his crusade, Richard entrusts his kingdom to his brother, John, who casts covetous eyes on the crown, and his sister, Joanna, who is willing to defy even a king.
Subjects: Fiction, Fiction in English, Kings and rulers, Biographical fiction, Fiction, general, History
Places: Great Britain
People: Richard I King of England (1157-1199), Richard King of England I (1157-1199)
Time periods: Richard I, 1189-1199