An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List

321: Hundred Years' War: A Storm of Swords (Part 4)

April 13, 2023

Description

The Black Prince has gained lands in Aquitaine and Gascony through his brutal and thorough attacks. But faced with financial difficulties, sickness, and a notable family death, can he retain his...
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Books Referenced

Sir Nigel

Author: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Context:

Explicitly mentioned as a book - described as 'Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's masterwork' and 'the book that fired your love of history' for Tom Holland. Passages from the book are read aloud at the beginning and end of the episode, depicting scenes from the Battle of Poitiers.