The Greatest Knight

Renowned historian Thomas Asbridge offers a compelling and vivid account of William Marshal, a legendary medieval knight whose life intersected with some of England’s most pivotal moments and figures. Through contemporary evidence, the audiobook explores Marshal's rise to prominence, his unwavering code of honor, and his influence on the shaping of medieval England, including the negotiations surrounding Magna Carta. Rich in detail and dramatization, this narrative brings to life the turbulent and transformative period of the Dark Ages.