![]() King Richard was the product of a profoundly violent culture that led to the dominance of the knight on horseback. ![]() Through the personality and actions of this tempestuous 12th-century character, Flori delves into the origins and meaning of the medieval code of conduct commonly known as chivalry. ![]() In the first part, she recounts his life, and in the second explores how that life changed ideas about both chivalry and kingship." - Reference and Research Book News, "Flori offers more than just a fascinating portrait of Richard the Lionheart. When succession did seek him out, he became England's first and exemplar Royal Knight. ![]() "A French historian of the crusades and knightly society, Flori explains that Richard (1157-99) was never expected to become king, so he worked on developing his martial skills. ![]()
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