Penguin Press Eagle and the Hart - Tragedy of Richard II & Henry IV

Experience the drama of England's most turbulent era with Penguin Press's award-winning volume, The Eagle and the Hart. The book brings to life the fierce rivalry between cousins Richard II and Henry IV, showing how their clash pushed the kingdom to the edge of collapse and then to renewal. Written by the author of the acclaimed She-Wolves series, this Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller offers richly drawn characters and a plot that reads like a gripping novel. Readers will appreciate the depth of research that earned long-listings for the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction 2025 and a shortlist spot for the Elizabeth Longford Prize for Historical Biography 2025. Whether you are a history buff or a lover of compelling storytelling, the book delivers vivid battle scenes, political intrigue, and personal tragedy that stay with you long after the final page. Add a critically praised title-named one of The Telegraph's Best Books of 2024-to your collection and explore the timeless lessons of power, loyalty, and ambition.