“ As with many tragedies, our story opens in a moment of triumph. ”
He was more than comfortable with the language of imperious persuasion.
~ Dan Jones
The king's only interest in government was a pious but simpleminded desire for reproachment
Much of the outward business of kingship came naturally.
He wasn't an especially charismatic or commanding individual, but what he lacked in personality he emphatically made up for in diligence.
