Empress Matilda of England

Born into royalty in 1102, Matilda's diverse heritage was intended to help unite England following the Norman conquest, and her fate changed dramatically after surviving the White Ship Disaster in 1120. As the sole heir to the throne during a period when succession was still determined by traditional customs rather than a formal will, she stands as a pioneering figure in English history. This book explores her remarkable story, highlighting her influence as the first woman to lay claim to the English throne.