The Plantagenet queens of England played pivotal roles during some of history’s most dramatic events. From crusading queens to those who rebelled against their kings, these remarkable women often broke through medieval constraints to wield power and influence. In this audiobook, historian Alison Weir explores the period from 1154 to 1291, a time characterized by chivalry, dynastic ambition, and profound conflicts, including the murder of Becket and the signing of Magna Carta.

Beginning with the formidable Eleanor of Aquitaine, whose marriage to Henry II established a dynasty that ruled for over three centuries, Weir recounts how their lineage shaped England’s destiny. As listeners will discover, the lives of Eleanor’s successors—Berengaria of Navarre, Isabella of Angoulême, Alienor of Provence, and Eleanor of Castile—were equally extraordinary. This captivating narrative, narrated by a skilled performer, offers a fresh perspective on the lives of these powerful women at the heart of high romance and complex politics in medieval England.