AUTHOR:
Marion
Campbell ISBN:
1 899863 55 9 PRICE: £12.99 PAGES: 296 inc. maps and photographs
OVERVIEW:
A
new full-length biography of this important Scots monarch, whose
accession just 750 years ago followed the unexpected demise of
Alexander II (in Kerrera, July 1249). Known to every schoolchild
for his own untimely end one dark and stormy night, but perhaps
not fully appreciated for his work in maintaining and enhancing
a coherent and independent Scots nation, this life of Alexander
III by gifted historian and novelist Marion Campbell is a timely
and riveting read. The man and his kingdom are thoroughly researched
and the relationship between Scotland and other European countries
is examined, together with the complex connections between their
royal houses. The fruit of an abiding interest, this is a stimulating
work and will be much enjoyed.