The Magnificent Century Author:Thomas B. Costain THE MAGNIFICENT CENTURY, the second volume of Costain's A History of the Plantagenets, covers Henry III's long and turbulent reign, from 1216 to 1272. During his lifetime Henry was frequently unpopular, unreliable and inconsistent. Yet his reign saw spectacular advancement in the arts, sciences and theology, as well as in government. Despite al... more »l, it was truly a magnificent century. "Combines a love of the subject with factual history. . .a great story." (San Francisco Chronicle) A History of the Plantagenets includes THE CONQUERING FAMILY, THE MAGNIFICENT CENTURY, THE THREE EDWARDS and THE LAST PLANTAGENETS.« less
I have read all of Costain's books on the history of the Plantagenets in England. If medieval and Renaissance history is of any interest to you, I would heartily recommend this book and the other three in the series.