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Richard the Lionheart: In Life and in Legend

by Heather Blurton

Richard I across history and legend

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Richard I across history and legend

Heather Blurton examines Richard I’s reputation through the stories told about him, from the Middle Ages to the present. The account brings medieval and modern literature together with historical inquiry, tracing how widely varied tales—including accounts of Arthurian weaponry and more sensational origins—have shaped the image of England’s crusader king. Its central question is how a ruler associated with such contradictory stories came to embody English chivalry. The book treats legend not simply as a counterpoint to biography, but as part of the history of Richard’s legacy.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers interested in Richard I and medieval English history.
  • Readers exploring the relationship between historical figures and the legends built around them.
  • Students or general readers interested in medieval and modern literature.

Themes

Richard I’s historical legacyMedieval legend and storytellingEnglish chivalryHistory and literature

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Book overview

A deep dive into the myth and history surrounding England's crusader king.

How did Richard the Lionheart, who once said he would sell London if he found a buyer, become celebrated as the ideal of English chivalry? This book examines the life of Richard I (1157-1199) through the captivating stories told about him, from the Middle Ages to today.

Tales of Richard's exploits were as colorful as they were varied, ranging from tales of wielding King Arthur's sword to his descent from the devil (or just a cannibal). Instead of separating fact from fiction, this book explores how tales about Richard I shaped his legacy in his time and ours. Valuable to general readers and scholars alike, and combining medieval and modern literature, this book is the only account to study Richard I from the perspective of history and literature.

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