The definitive biography and assessment of the wily and formidable prince who unexpectedly became monarch—the most infamous king in British history.

Narrated by Matthew Waterson, this audiobook delves into the life of Richard III, the last Yorkist king and the final monarch of the Plantagenet dynasty. Though his reign lasted only two fleeting years, Michael Hicks explores Richard’s evolution from the son of a duke to a king who faced violence and betrayal. Listeners will discover how Richard, long vilified for the imprisonment and probable killing of the princes, used his experience to navigate numerous adversities. This engaging narrative reveals Richard as a complex figure whose strategic acumen and reformist ambitions ultimately eluded realization in his chaotic pursuit of the crown.