Description
The book "Bloody Kings and Killer Queens of London" explores the history of royal killers in London, including Henry VIII, Richard III, Elizabeth I, and King John. It presents different perspectives on these rulers, questioning whether they were truly as bloody and ruthless as they are often portrayed. The book also includes body counts and torture tallies for each monarch, allowing readers to decide for themselves who was the most murderous ruler in London's history.
There's no doubt about it, London has always attracted a better class of royal killer. But just how bloody were they? Among other favorite royal baddies, in this book you'll find Henry VIII-Husband from Hell, or just a man with a big heart?; Richard III-Murdering uncle or misunderstood softie?; Elizabeth I-Vengeful harpie or brilliant babe?; King John-Rotten ruler or just a shortie with a height complex? With body counts and torture tallies for each king and queen, you can decide for yourselves which one was the capital's most murderous monarch.