The Conquering Family Author:Thomas B. Costain Thomas B. Costain's four-volume history of the Plantagenets begins with THE CONQUERING FAMILY and the conquest of England by William the Conqueror in 1066, closing with the reign of John in 1216. The troubled period after the Norman Conquest, when the foundations of government were hammered out between monarch and people, comes to life through ... more »Costain's storytelling skill and historical imagination. "Brilliant, swift-moving, full of action, rich in color." (B-O-M-C News)« less
I have read this opening volume to the series a number of times over the years. It's a great intro to the time period and well written and very interesting. If you enjoyed "The Lion In Winter," this will satisfy.