William IV

Roger Knight, 2015

Overview

William IV, known as the 'Sailor King', ascended to the throne for a period of seven years. His early life was characterized by rashness and impetuosity. To instill discipline, his father, George III, sent him into the navy. However, he received early promotions and his active service was unfortunately punctuated by a series of setbacks.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in British monarchical history.
• Those curious about the Georgian and early Victorian eras.
• Individuals seeking concise biographies of English kings.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Hardback
• Pages: 160
• Publisher: Random House - Penguin
• Year: 2015
• ISBN: 9780141977201