A Kingdom Divided: John, the Barons, and Magna Carta
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About This Novel
The year 1215 holds an extraordinary position in Britain's millennium history. At that time, John, the "King of Soft Swords," was busy appeasing the restless barons. The Magna Carta, which was of great significance to the world's legal and political systems, was born in such an environment and would have a profound impact on British democratic politics. At the same time, also in 1215, King John was once in a situation of internal and external difficulties. In the competition with the Capetian dynasty on the European continent, it gradually lost its advantage. A little further east, Innocent III made decisions at the Fourth Lateran Council that changed the fate of millions. Author Dan Jones once wrote the best-selling book "The Plantagenets". This time, he chose the unique year of 1215 to show readers every detail of this turbulent country. In addition to describing the magnificent political struggle, Jones also takes readers closer to the daily life of England in the 13th century: from the royal family to the clothing and diet of civilians; social order and legal justice; animal species and nobles who are keen on hunting; the living conditions of women and children, etc. There's even the strange mantras and quirks of King John and his family. In short, the book paints a vivid picture of England in this turning point and turbulent year.
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Good book, worth reading.
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Good book, worth reading.
