Henry V

The Warrior King of 1415

By: Ian Mortimer

Narrated by: James Cameron Stewart

This insightful look at the life of Henry V and the Battle of Agincourt casts new light on a period in history often held up as legend. A great English hero, Henry V was lionized by Shakespeare and revered by his countrymen for his religious commitment, his sense of justice, and his military victories.

Here, noted historian and biographer Ian Mortimer takes a look at the man behind the legend and offers a clear, historically accurate, and realistic representation of a ruler who was all too human.

©2013 Ian Mortimer (P)2017 Tantor

Critic reviews

"A new and convincing likeness of medieval England's most iconic king." ( Sunday Times)

New Insights

I just learned something today after listening to Prof. Mortimer’s audiobook. It relates to the Battle of Agincourt and perceived troop strengths on each side. I will not disclose the exact new kernel of knowledge gained, but listen to this fine audiobook and you may too have an “AHA!” moment like I just did.

This is a very well researched and written book and I am a better person for having bought it. James Cameron Stewart is a narrator of the first water. His pacing is perfect.

Drop the dime. This audiobook is worth your time.

Go for it

Surprise surprise, I watched The King on Netflix and wanted to learn more about the real Henry V - if you’re in the same boat than this is a great place to start. Unique and engaging format and grapples with the difficulties of 15th century life and how we may interpret things today. Ian Mortimer is a great guide for engaging the man behind the myth in an objective and thoughtful way.

Day by day

I purchased this book bc I really enjoyed reading the same author’s book on Henry IV. This book was very different yet still very interesting and engrossing. The author provides extensive details about events and transactions while still telling an interesting narrative illustrating life during these times.

Great, But???

This is very good but very prejudice and opinionated. This is well told and resource with a heavy judgmental personal opinion on this King. This author states so himself. Narration is excellent.

Unusual approach

This is not a biography.

This is a day by day account of the year 1415 covering all events relevant to Henry. The author has his reasons for this approach, and despite its inherent challenges does a good job of keeping up with many different storylines over the course of the year.

Reader was excellent.