Dimensions
162 x 242 x 46mm
A powerful and compelling portrayal of the reign of King Charles II and the drama of the Restoration court.
Set amidst the drama and flamboyance of the Restoration court, 'The King's Touch' chronicles the reign of King Charles II through the eyes of his illegitimate son, James, Duke of Monmouth.
This beautifully crafted novel brings to vibrant life an era famous for its dramatic events - the Plague, the Great Fire of London, the Dutch Wars - and notorious for its sexual licence and scandal.
It was an era in which the King of England became a byword for sensual indulgence - enjoying passionate affairs with women including the tempestuous Barbara Castlemaine and the impish Nell Gwyn, and nurturing an addition to witty company, horse-racing and high living - while maintaining a strong hold on his throne amidst intrigue and violence, outmanoeuvring formidable opponents, and basking in a glow of popularity unique in his age.
Yet Charles II remains, as he was to his contemporaries, an enigmatic figure. In 'The King's Touch', the story of this remarkable man and his turbulent times is told from a unique and enlightening perspective - that of the first-born son he loved above all others, but who would never become his heir . . .
